Quick Start Guide

1. Create Your First Project

After logging in, you'll see your dashboard. To create a new project:

1. Click the New Project button in the top right corner.
2. Enter a name for your project (e.g., "My First Paper").
3. Select a template (e.g., "Article", "Thesis", "Presentation").
4. Click Create Project.

2. Explore the Editor

The editor is divided into three main sections:

• Left Panel (File Explorer): Manage your project files and folders.
• Center Panel (Code Editor): Write your LaTeX code here. Try typing \section{Hello}.
• Right Panel (Preview & AI): See your compiled PDF in real-time or chat with the AI assistant.

3. Compile Your Document

Paperly compiles your document automatically as you save.

• Manual Save: Press Ctrl + S (or Cmd + S on Mac) to save and trigger a compilation.
• Auto-Save: The editor automatically saves your work every 30 seconds.
• Compile Button: You can also click the Compile button in the top header.

4. Use AI Assistance

Stuck on a LaTeX error or need help formatting a table?

1. Click the Assistant tab in the right panel.
2. Type a question like "How do I insert an image?" or "Fix the errors in my code".
3. The AI will provide code snippets you can copy or insert directly into your document.

5. Download Your PDF

Once you're happy with your document:

1. Look for the Download PDF button in the PDF preview toolbar.
2. Click it to save the compiled PDF to your computer.