> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://reedai-07fa30f1.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get started with ZeroTwo in minutes - from account creation to your first AI conversation

## Welcome to ZeroTwo

Get up and running with ZeroTwo in just a few minutes. This guide will walk you through creating an account, starting your first conversation, and exploring key features.

<Note>
  ZeroTwo replaces multiple AI platform subscriptions with a single powerful workspace. You get access to 50+ AI models, advanced tools, and team collaboration features.
</Note>

## Quick Start

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create Your Account">
    Visit [zerotwo.ai](https://zerotwo.ai) and sign up with your email or Google account.

    **Account options**:

    * Email and password
    * Google SSO (instant access)
    * GitHub SSO (for developers)

    <Tip>
      Use Google SSO for the fastest signup - no email verification required.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete Onboarding">
    Answer a few quick questions to personalize your experience:

    * Your primary use case (coding, writing, research, etc.)
    * Preferred AI models
    * Team collaboration needs

    <Info>
      These preferences help us optimize your experience, but you can change them anytime in Settings.
    </Info>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Your First Chat">
    You'll land on the main chat interface. Simply:

    1. Type your message in the input box at the bottom
    2. Press `Enter` or click the send button
    3. Watch as AI responds in real-time

    **Try asking**:

    * "Explain quantum computing in simple terms"
    * "Write a Python function to sort a list"
    * "Help me plan a marketing campaign"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Switch Models">
    Click the model selector at the top of the chat to try different AI models:

    * **GPT-4o**: Best for general tasks and code
    * **Claude Sonnet 4**: Excellent for long documents
    * **Gemini 2.5 Pro**: Great for multimodal tasks

    <Tip>
      You can switch models mid-conversation without losing context!
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Explore Features">
    Try these features to see ZeroTwo's power:

    * 📁 **Upload files**: Drag and drop documents, images, or code
    * 🔍 **Web search**: Enable web search for current information
    * 🎨 **Canvas**: Ask AI to create interactive documents or code
    * 📊 **Projects**: Create a workspace for organized collaboration
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Essential Features

### Chat Interface

Your main workspace for AI conversations.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Model Switcher" icon="shuffle">
    Access 50+ AI models - switch anytime during a conversation
  </Card>

  <Card title="File Uploads" icon="file">
    Upload documents, images, code, spreadsheets, and more
  </Card>

  <Card title="Web Search" icon="globe">
    Get real-time information from the internet
  </Card>

  <Card title="History" icon="clock">
    All conversations automatically saved and searchable
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Keyboard Shortcuts

Work faster with keyboard shortcuts:

| Shortcut         | Action              |
| ---------------- | ------------------- |
| `⌘/Ctrl + Enter` | Send message        |
| `⌘/Ctrl + K`     | Open model switcher |
| `⌘/Ctrl + N`     | New chat            |
| `⌘/Ctrl + /`     | Show all shortcuts  |
| `⌘/Ctrl + B`     | Toggle sidebar      |

<Tip>
  Press `⌘/Ctrl + /` anytime to see all available shortcuts.
</Tip>

## Common First Tasks

### Writing with AI

Ask AI to help with any writing task:

```
Write a professional email to a client explaining a project delay
```

```
Create a blog post outline about sustainable technology
```

```
Help me improve this paragraph: [paste your text]
```

### Coding Assistance

Get help with programming:

```
Write a Python function that calculates fibonacci numbers
```

```
Explain this error: [paste error message]
```

```
Refactor this code to be more efficient: [paste code]
```

### Research and Analysis

Leverage AI for research:

```
Summarize the latest developments in artificial intelligence
```

```
Compare the pros and cons of React vs Vue
```

```
Analyze this dataset: [upload CSV file]
```

### Creative Projects

Use AI for creative work:

```
Generate an image of a futuristic city at sunset
```

```
Help me brainstorm marketing campaign ideas
```

```
Create a presentation outline about climate change
```

## Using Advanced Features

### Canvas for Interactive Editing

Canvas opens automatically when AI creates content that benefits from editing:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Request Content">
    Ask AI to create a document, code, or spreadsheet:

    ```
    Create a Python script that processes CSV files
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Canvas Opens">
    Content appears in an interactive canvas on the right side
  </Step>

  <Step title="Edit and Refine">
    * Make direct edits to the content
    * Ask AI to improve specific sections
    * Use keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+L for links, Cmd+Alt+I for AI menu)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Export or Share">
    * Download in various formats
    * Share publicly or with team members
    * Copy to clipboard
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Projects for Organization

Create a project to keep related work organized:

1. Click **Projects** in the left sidebar
2. Click **New Project**
3. Give it a name and description
4. Add team members (optional)
5. Start chatting within the project context

<Info>
  Projects maintain separate conversation history, files, and settings - perfect for organizing different workstreams.
</Info>

### Web Search for Current Info

Enable web search when you need real-time information:

1. Click the **Web Search** toggle before sending your message
2. Choose a focus (Auto, Research, News, etc.)
3. AI will search the web and cite sources in the response

### File Uploads for Context

Upload files to give AI more context:

* **Documents**: PDFs, Word docs, text files
* **Images**: For analysis or as references
* **Code**: For review, debugging, or improvement
* **Data**: CSVs, Excel files for analysis
* **Archives**: ZIP files containing multiple documents

Simply drag and drop files into the chat or click the attachment icon.

## Team Collaboration

### Invite Team Members

1. Create or open a Project
2. Click **Settings** > **Members**
3. Click **Invite Members**
4. Enter email addresses
5. Set permissions (Admin, Editor, Viewer)
6. Send invitations

### Share Conversations

Share individual conversations with colleagues:

1. Click the **Share** button in chat header
2. Choose sharing options:
   * **Public link**: Anyone with link can view
   * **Team only**: Only team members can access
   * **Specific people**: Select individuals
3. Copy and share the link

## Customization

### Set Custom Instructions

Personalize how AI responds:

1. Go to **Settings** > **Preferences**
2. Scroll to **Custom Instructions**
3. Add instructions like:
   * "Always write code with detailed comments"
   * "Use a casual, friendly tone"
   * "Prioritize code efficiency"

### Choose Default Model

Set your preferred default model:

1. Go to **Settings** > **Preferences**
2. Select **Default Model**
3. Choose from available models
4. Save changes

## Getting Help

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Documentation" icon="book" href="/overview/what-is-zerotwo">
    Explore comprehensive guides and references
  </Card>

  <Card title="Discord Community" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/SmQnnTBf">
    Join our community for help and discussions
  </Card>

  <Card title="Support Email" icon="envelope">
    Email [reed@zerotwo.ai](mailto:reed@zerotwo.ai) for assistance
  </Card>

  <Card title="Status Page" icon="signal" href="https://status.zerotwo.ai">
    Check platform status and uptime
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Next Steps

Now that you're set up, explore more capabilities:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Interface Tour" icon="map" href="/getting-started/interface-tour">
    Learn about all interface elements and features
  </Card>

  <Card title="Switch Models" icon="shuffle" href="/getting-started/switch-models">
    Understand when to use different AI models
  </Card>

  <Card title="Canvas Guide" icon="pen-to-square" href="/tools/canvas">
    Master interactive content creation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Integrations" icon="plug" href="/integrations/mcp-overview">
    Connect your favorite tools and services
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Check>
  You're all set! Start chatting and explore ZeroTwo's powerful features.
</Check>

## Troubleshooting

### Can't sign in?

* Clear browser cache and cookies
* Try incognito/private mode
* Check [status.zerotwo.ai](https://status.zerotwo.ai) for outages
* Contact support at [reed@zerotwo.ai](mailto:reed@zerotwo.ai)

### Messages not sending?

* Check your internet connection
* Verify you're logged in
* Try refreshing the page
* Check if you've reached any usage limits

### Need more help?

Visit our [Troubleshooting section](/troubleshooting/model-timeouts) or join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/SmQnnTBf).