Essentials

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Getting started

Build your application by conversing with Anything. Describe your requirements using text or images (paste them directly into the chat).

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Keyboard shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with these shortcuts:

• Press cmd-enter (or ctrl-enter on Windows) to send messages
• Use / commands to add Integrations or create new elements

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Project components

Anything projects can contain multiple elements to build end-to-end applications:

• Pages - Application screens and user interfaces
• Components - Reusable UI elements
• Functions - Backend logic and external API calls
• Databases - Data storage and persistence
• User Accounts - Authentication and user management
• Assets - Images, logos, and media files

New projects begin with a single page that you can expand upon.

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Iterating and improving

Enhance your application by sending instructional messages to the assistant. Anything updates your application based on your input and the current project state.

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Best practices

• Be specific and concise in your instructions
• Reference specific elements or pages for targeted edits
• Review our prompting guide for optimal results

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Navigating your application

• Use the top-level navigation to switch between pages
• Features and pages are automatically added as you build
• Completion notifications appear in the chat
• Preview functionality may require navigation to specific areas or sample user login

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Discussion mode

Enable discussion mode to receive input, feedback, and best practices directly from the AI.

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Use cases

• Ask questions and receive suggestions from the builder
• Inquire about functionality or mobile compatibility
• Disable discussion mode to execute edits and changes

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Deep thinking mode

Enabled by default to enhance the builder experience. The AI agent works beyond code translation to investigate, research, and access external resources like hosted documentation.

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Example queries

• “How can I make this site more appealing to investors in X space?”
• “What key features am I missing?”
• “I want to integrate with the API at [place] using this documentation [link] to build a function for user data”

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Code generation

When you send a message, Anything uses your input, message history, and application code history to generate new versions. During generation, you’ll see a code stream or building icon. Once complete, test your application in Preview or Demo Mode.

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Version history

Anything automatically saves your version history as you build.

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Version management

• Tap previous versions in the chat to view them
• Restore any previous version using the revert button

Access your complete version history via the dropdown menu in the upper left or use cmd + option + shift + h

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View modes

Switch between different modes to work on your application. Learn more about controls:

• Demo mode - Default view for building and testing your application
• Code mode - View and edit the underlying code
• Preview - Live sandbox to test your site as a public user, including functions, authentication, and payment systems

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Adding new elements

Expand your project through direct instructions to the builder:

• Chat with the builder about new requirements: “Create a new page for blog posts” or “Add user accounts for paid members”
• Use ”/” commands to set up Integrations or upload assets

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Stopping generation

• Click the stop icon in the builder chat to halt unwanted changes or cancel requests

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Refreshing preview

If changes aren’t appearing, use the refresh button in the upper toolbar to update demo mode.

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Project settings

Configure important project-specific settings including assets, secret keys, custom instructions, generation settings, authentication providers, branding, social sharing, and mobile app settings.

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Available settings

• Assets - Upload images for repeated use in your project
• Custom Instructions - Shape builder interactions and project behavior (advanced feature)
• Generation Settings - Pro users can select their preferred LLM
• Saved Secrets - Store API keys for integrations
• Providers - Configure authentication options for user accounts
• Branding and Icons - Mobile app resources (coming soon)
• Social Share - Configure titles and descriptions for search engines and social media

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Publishing your application

When ready to launch, click the Publish button in the top right. Learn more about Publishing.