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

# Quickstart

> Create your first AI-powered document in under 2 minutes

## Create Your First Document

Get started with VibeDoc in 3 simple steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Sign Up for Free">
    Visit [vibedoc-ai.com](https://vibedoc-ai.com) and create your free account. You can sign up with:

    * **Email & Password** - Traditional signup
    * **Google OAuth** - One-click with your Google account

    New users get **50 free AI credits** to start creating documents immediately.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start a Conversation">
    Once logged in, you'll see the document creation page. Simply describe what you want to create:

    <CodeGroup>
      ```plaintext Example Prompts theme={null}
      "Create a professional service agreement for a web development project"

      "Generate a business proposal with timeline and budget details"

      "Draft a meeting agenda for our Q1 planning session"

      "Create an invoice template for consulting services"
      ```
    </CodeGroup>

    The AI will understand your request and generate a complete document with appropriate structure and content.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Customize & Export">
    Your document appears in the editor with:

    * **AI-generated content** in structured blocks
    * **Edit mode** to modify any section
    * **Preview mode** to see the final result

    You can:

    * ✏️ Edit any block inline
    * ➕ Add new blocks (text, tables, signatures, etc.)
    * 🎨 Adjust templates and styling
    * 📄 Switch between portrait/landscape
    * 📤 Export to PDF
    * 🔗 Share via web link
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Your First Document

Let's create a sample document together:

### 1. Access the App

Navigate to [vibedoc-ai.com/new](https://vibedoc-ai.com/new) after signing in.

### 2. Describe Your Document

In the prompt input, type:

```plaintext theme={null}
Create a project proposal for developing a mobile app,
including timeline, team structure, and budget breakdown
```

### 3. Watch the Magic

VibeDoc's AI will:

* Analyze your request
* Generate appropriate sections (executive summary, timeline, etc.)
* Create structured content with headings, lists, and tables
* Add professional formatting

### 4. Customize the Content

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Edit Mode">
    Click any block to edit:

    * Change headings and text
    * Modify table data
    * Update lists
    * Add signatures
    * Insert dividers
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Add Blocks">
    Use the **+ Add Block** button or AI chat to:

    * Add new sections
    * Insert images
    * Create callouts
    * Add checkboxes
    * Include dates
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Style">
    Customize appearance:

    * Template colors
    * Font styles
    * Spacing and margins
    * Header/footer configuration
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

### 5. Export or Share

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Export to PDF" icon="file-pdf">
    Click **Export** → **Download PDF** to generate a professional PDF file with perfect formatting
  </Card>

  <Card title="Share Link" icon="share-nodes">
    Click **Share** to create a public or private web link with configurable permissions
  </Card>

  <Card title="Print" icon="print">
    Use **Print Document** for browser-native printing with @page media rules
  </Card>

  <Card title="Audio Read" icon="volume-high">
    Click **Read** to hear your document with AI voice playback
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

***

## Understanding Credits

VibeDoc uses a **credit-based system** for AI operations:

<Info>
  **Credit Costs:**

  * Chat input: 0.001 credits per token (\~250 words = 1 credit)
  * Chat output: 0.015 credits per token
  * Audio generation: Based on content length
</Info>

### Free Tier

* 🎁 **50 credits** on signup
* Create \~5-10 documents
* All features available
* No credit card required

### Pro Plans

<Tip>
  Upgrade to **Pro** for:

  * 300 credits/month
  * Unlimited document exports
  * Remove VibeDoc branding
  * Priority support
</Tip>

Check the [Credits & Billing Guide](/guides/credits-billing) for detailed pricing.

***

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Explore Features" icon="compass" href="/features/ai-creation">
    Learn about all available features
  </Card>

  <Card title="Block Types" icon="cube" href="/guides/using-blocks">
    Master the block editor
  </Card>

  <Card title="Templates" icon="palette" href="/features/templates">
    Customize document styling
  </Card>

  <Card title="Sharing" icon="share-nodes" href="/features/sharing">
    Share and collaborate
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

***

## Common Issues

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="circle-question" title="Document generation is slow">
    AI generation typically takes 5-10 seconds for complex documents. For very long documents (>2000 words), it may take up to 30 seconds. Check your internet connection if it takes longer.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="circle-question" title="Insufficient credits error">
    You've run out of AI credits. You can:

    * View your balance in the header
    * Click the credits badge to top up
    * Upgrade to Pro for monthly credits
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="circle-question" title="PDF export fails">
    PDF generation requires:

    * Active internet connection
    * Document must be saved
    * Pro plan for large documents (>10 pages)

    Try the **Print** option as an alternative.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="circle-question" title="Share link not working">
    Ensure:

    * Document is saved (not in draft)
    * Share permissions are set correctly
    * Link hasn't expired (if time-limited)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

<Card title="Need Help?" icon="life-ring">
  If you're stuck, reach out:

  * 📧 [support@vibedoc.app](mailto:support@vibedoc.app)
  * 💬 [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/vibedoc)
  * 🐙 [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/alemicali/vibedoc/issues)
</Card>