> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.artifact.chat/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Learn how to use Artifact Chat's key features in minutes

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<Note>
  This guide will walk you through the essential features of Artifact Chat to help you get started quickly.
</Note>

## Setting Up Your Project

Organize your AI assistant environment:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Your Personal Project">
    When you sign up, you automatically get a Personal Project. This is your private space for AI conversations.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Additional Projects (Optional)">
    For team collaboration or separate work streams, create a new project from the project switcher in the sidebar.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Project Instructions">
    Add default instructions that apply to all conversations in the project, like "Always use formal language" or "Focus on technical accuracy."
  </Step>

  <Step title="Invite Team Members (Optional)">
    For shared projects, invite team members and assign appropriate roles (Admin, Member, or Viewer).
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Using Assistants

Artifact Chat offers powerful AI assistants that can help with a wide range of tasks:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select an Assistant">
    Choose from the pre-configured assistants or create your own custom assistant to match your specific needs.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start a Conversation">
    Begin a new conversation thread by typing your question or request in the chat input field.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Responses">
    The assistant will respond with helpful information, often using various tools to enhance its capabilities.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Follow Up">
    Continue the conversation naturally with follow-up questions. The assistant maintains context throughout the thread.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Using the Canvas System

Create and edit content interactively:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Generate Content">
    Ask the assistant to create code, documents, data, or web pages. For example: "Create a React component for a login form."
  </Step>

  <Step title="Canvas Opens Automatically">
    When the assistant generates substantial content, it automatically opens in the appropriate canvas (Code, Text, Spreadsheet, or HTML).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Edit Interactively">
    Make changes directly in the canvas. You can also ask the assistant to modify specific parts: "Add form validation to the email field."
  </Step>

  <Step title="Use Version History">
    Track your changes with automatic version history. Rollback to any previous version if needed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Export Your Work">
    Export canvas content in multiple formats (PDF, DOCX, Markdown, CSV) or share directly with others.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Canvas Quick Reference

| Request Type                   | Canvas Used        |
| ------------------------------ | ------------------ |
| "Write code for..."            | Code Canvas        |
| "Create a document about..."   | Text Canvas        |
| "Generate a spreadsheet of..." | Spreadsheet Canvas |
| "Build a web page..."          | HTML Canvas        |

## Working with Tools

Tools extend your assistant's capabilities for specialized tasks:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Understand Available Tools">
    Explore the tool library to understand what capabilities are available, from web search to image generation.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Request Tool Use">
    You can explicitly ask the assistant to use specific tools: "Search the web for recent AI developments" or "Generate an image of a futuristic city."
  </Step>

  <Step title="Automatic Tool Selection">
    Often, assistants will automatically select appropriate tools based on your request, without requiring explicit instructions.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Tool Outputs">
    The assistant will incorporate tool results directly into its responses, providing sources when appropriate.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Creating Custom Assistants

Tailor assistants to your specific needs:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Assistant Settings">
    Click "Create New Assistant" from the dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Basic Details">
    Set a name, description, and select the AI model that best suits your use case.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Craft Your System Prompt">
    Write instructions that define the assistant's role, expertise, and communication style.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Attach Relevant Tools">
    Select tools that enhance the assistant's ability to help with your specific tasks.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save and Start Using">
    Save your configuration and start a new conversation with your custom assistant.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Managing Conversation Threads

Organize your work effectively:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create New Threads">
    Start new conversation threads for distinct topics or projects.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Name Your Threads">
    Give descriptive names to threads to easily find them later.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Resume Existing Threads">
    Return to previous conversations to continue where you left off.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Delete Completed Threads">
    Keep your project organized by deleting threads you no longer need.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Key Features Overview

### Canvas System

Create and edit content interactively:

* **Text Canvas**: Rich documents with markdown support
* **Code Canvas**: Syntax highlighting and live preview
* **Spreadsheet Canvas**: Data manipulation up to 1000 rows
* **HTML Canvas**: Web development with real-time preview

### AI Assistants

Artifact Chat includes a range of specialized assistants:

* **General Purpose Assistant**: Versatile help for a wide range of queries
* **Lead Generator**: Discover potential business leads and prepare outreach
* **Research Assistant**: Conduct in-depth research on any topic
* **Content Creator**: Generate blogs, social media posts, and other content

### Powerful Tools

Access a comprehensive library of tools:

* **Web Tools**: Search, scrape websites, and perform deep research
* **Image Tools**: Generate and analyze images
* **Data Tools**: Create charts, CSVs, and PDFs
* **Code Tools**: Interpret code and analyze files
* **Many more**: Email management, integrations, document processing

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  <Card title="Canvas System" icon="paint-brush" href="/concepts/canvas-system">
    Learn about interactive content editing
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  <Card title="Projects" icon="folder" href="/concepts/projects">
    Organize your work with collaborative projects
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tool Library" icon="toolbox" href="/concepts/tools">
    Explore all available tools and their capabilities
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  <Card title="Conversation Threading" icon="comments" href="/concepts/threading">
    Learn how to organize your conversations effectively
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