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Quick Start - Your First AI Creation

Ready to make something amazing? Let's get you creating with AI in the next 5 minutes. No experience needed!

Step 1: Jump In (2 minutes)​

Create Your Account​

  1. Head to AI Studio Plus
  2. Click Sign Up
  3. Choose your way in:
    • Google - One click and you're in
    • Apple - Fast and secure
    • Email - Traditional but reliable

That's it! You're now part of the AI Studio Plus community.

Pro Tip

Google and Apple sign-in are fastest - no email verification needed. You'll be creating in seconds!

Step 2: Get Your Creative Credits (1 minute)​

Think of credits as your creative fuel. You use them to create with AI.

Starting Out?

  • You get 10 free credits to explore
  • That's enough for 5-10 images or a nice chat session
  • Try everything before buying more

Ready for More?

You have 3 ways to get credits:

  1. Buy Credits - Pay once, use anytime

    • Start small: $10 = 100 credits
    • Credits never expire
    • Top up whenever you want

  2. Subscribe - Get credits monthly at a discount

    • Best value for regular creators
    • Cancel anytime
    • Unused credits roll over

  3. Watch Ads - Earn credits for free

    • Watch short videos
    • Get credits instantly
    • No payment needed

Pick what works for you!

Step 3: Create Something (2 minutes)​

Now for the fun part! Pick your adventure:

Adventure 1: Have Your First AI Chat​

Perfect if you want to:

  • Get ideas for a project
  • Write something fun
  • Research a topic
  • Just explore what AI can do

How to do it:

  1. Click Chat in the sidebar (can't miss it)
  2. You'll see a chat interface - just like texting
  3. Try one of these to start:
"Help me come up with 5 unique birthday gift ideas for my mom who loves gardening"

"Write a funny short story about a cat who thinks it's a dog"

"I want to learn photography. Where should I start?"

"Create 3 Instagram captions for my beach vacation photo"
  1. Hit Enter and watch the magic happen
  2. Keep chatting! Ask follow-ups, refine ideas, go deeper
What it Costs

Most chat messages use 0.2-0.5 credits. Your 10 free credits = plenty of conversation!

Adventure 2: Generate Your First Image​

Perfect if you want to:

  • Create art for a project
  • Make a meme
  • Design something unique
  • See your imagination come to life

How to do it:

  1. Click Images in the sidebar
  2. You'll see a text box - describe what you want
  3. Try something like:
"A cozy coffee shop on a rainy day, warm lighting, illustrated style"

"Cute cartoon cat wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket"

"Sunset over mountains, vibrant colors, digital art"

"My portrait as a superhero, action pose, comic book style"
  1. Pick your style (try "Realistic" or "Artistic" to start)
  2. Click Generate
  3. Wait 10-20 seconds and... boom! Your creation appears

Love it? Download it! Want changes? Adjust your description and try again.

What it Costs

Images use 0.5-2 credits depending on the model. Start with Stable Diffusion XL (cheapest) to experiment.

Adventure 3: Discover an AI Agent​

Perfect if you want to:

  • Get daily motivation
  • Plan your meals
  • Have a helpful AI companion
  • See what the community created

How to do it:

  1. Click Agents in the sidebar

  2. Browse the Marketplace

  3. Try one of these popular agents:

    • Daily Motivation AI - Start each day inspired
    • Meal Planner - Never wonder what's for dinner
    • Soul Sync - Get zodiac insights with AI
    • Mental Therapy Helper - A supportive listener

  4. Click an agent to see what it does

  5. Click Start Chat to try it out

  6. See if it becomes your new favorite AI companion

Free to Try

Using agents costs the same as regular chat - just 0.2-0.5 credits per message. Try as many as you want!

What Happens Next?​

You just created something with AI! Here's what to explore:

🎨 Keep Creating​

  • Try the other creation types you haven't explored yet
  • Mix and match: chat to plan, images to visualize, video to bring it to life

🤖 Discover More Agents​

  • Browse hundreds of agents in the marketplace
  • Find your favorites
  • Or create your own (yes, you can do that!)

📁 Organize Your Work​

  • Click Projects to create your first project
  • Add your creations to keep them organized
  • Export everything when you're ready to use it elsewhere

🌍 Join the Community​

  • See what others are creating
  • Share your own creations
  • Get inspired by the community

📚 Explore the Prompt Library​

  • See what prompts work best
  • Learn from experts
  • Level up your AI creation skills

Quick Tips for New Creators​

1. Start Simple, Go Wild Later​

Your first prompt doesn't need to be perfect. Try:

  • ❌ Don't stress: "Create a photorealistic rendering of a dystopian future..."
  • ✅ Start simple: "Futuristic city at night"
  • Then refine: "Add neon lights and flying cars"

2. Experiment Like Crazy​

You have free credits - use them! Try:

  • Different AI models
  • Weird prompts
  • Silly ideas
  • Serious projects

There's no wrong way to explore.

3. Save What You Love​

Created something awesome?

  • Click the bookmark icon to save it
  • Add it to a project for organization
  • Download it to your device

4. Learn from the Community​

  • Check the Prompt Library for proven prompts
  • Browse Community creations for inspiration
  • See how others describe what they want

5. Don't Be Afraid to Ask​

AI works best when you:

  • Ask follow-up questions
  • Request changes: "Make it brighter" or "Add more detail"
  • Iterate: Each creation teaches you what works

Common Questions​

Q: I used all my free credits. Now what? No pressure! Buy more when you're ready. Just $10 gives you 100 more credits to keep creating.

Q: My image/video doesn't look right Totally normal! AI takes practice. Try:

  • Describing it differently
  • Using different words
  • Checking the Prompt Library for ideas

Q: Can I create multiple things at once? Yes! Open multiple tabs or switch between features. Create an image while chatting, plan a video while waiting - multitask away!

Q: Where do my creations go?

  • Chats: Saved automatically in Chat history
  • Images/Videos: Saved in your gallery
  • Everything: Can be organized into Projects

Q: Can I share what I make? Absolutely! Share to the Community, download and post elsewhere, or keep it private - your choice.

Your Creative Journey Starts Now​

You've got the basics! Here's where to go next:

Want to Go Deeper?​

Ready to Master Specific Features?​

Need Help?​

  • Community - Ask other creators
  • Support - We're here for you
  • Tutorials - Step-by-step guides for everything

The Best Part?​

Every day, thousands of people just like you are creating amazing things with AI Studio Plus. You're now one of them.

So go ahead - make something amazing. We can't wait to see what you create!

Ready to explore? Open AI Studio Plus and let your creativity run wild!