--- title: How to get started slug: random-stuff/how-to-get-started docTags: createdAt: 2026-03-16T09:21:59.162Z --- Exploring a new product doesn't have to be overwhelming nor time-consuming. Here is what you need to know to get started with Archbee. First and foremost, you need an account. You'll most likely get invited by your organization or you can [create an account](https://app.archbee.com/signup). Then, you need to get familiarized with only 2 primary areas that you will interact with when using the product: 1. The [Sidebar navigation panel](docId\:e1WEYXI3lZEjYIdgZ-ZIH) on the left side 2. The [Document area](docId\:e1WEYXI3lZEjYIdgZ-ZIH) in the center (along with TOC on the far right) 3. The [Content panel](docId\:e1WEYXI3lZEjYIdgZ-ZIH) on the right side Let's go through each one. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/K_JWZranXy1tD6qvlG2v6-1-2CkmaD7Oax1U0HMv1ic-20250911-122414.png "Archbee UI") *** ## Sidebar navigation panel The left sidebar navigation panel is where you organize your content. This is where you will create [Spaces](docId\:uTknpnOKl1OY-VxI5I8jo)** (1)** and **Documents (2)**, access the [Organizaton menu](docId\:e1WEYXI3lZEjYIdgZ-ZIH) **(12)**, define **Reusables** **(18)**, manage **Archives (17), **captured flows and converted markdown with [Chrome extension](docId\:YKDsec4c3ZXV9QCiZdJb3)** (15)**, dynamic and AI **Search** **(5)**, view [Notification Center](docId\:DtMoewvVtq_EoKWfq9JKI)** (13)**, create a new [Space group](docId:3WvwJduDFhTbA4wz9vJch)** (14)**, and to collapse **Sidebar (19)** to focus on your content. Here are some actions you can take to get started: - **Create a new Space **- click the `+` button to add a new Space, and give it a name. - [Create](docId\:XHRrKtTL4IRyQvnmho5i5)** or **[Import documents](docId\:fK50ZyIJGXY-U9Ql7PZ9b) - you can create multiple documents or import content to a Space. - [Drag and drop to organize](docId\:iUg9SsZY1s6rU0Px0duYc) - as you build your product knowledge hub, move Spaces or Documents to the desired position. - Convert a document to a [Category](docId\:mCx0A1boTeL0jh6MGMWmI) or a [Link](docId\:nIZ_tDiINHqWBEc7IC6Xn) ### Organization menu The Organization menu is a centralized hub for accessing settings and managing your organization. Here, you can import content, invite new members, and more. Below is a list of available options: - **User preferences** menu for managing your account and adjusting [notification preferrences](docId\:DtMoewvVtq_EoKWfq9JKI); - [Import content](docId\:fK50ZyIJGXY-U9Ql7PZ9b) into your current workspace; - **Switch organizations** if you belong to multiple entities; - **Invite members** to join your organization; - Access **Organization Logs**; - [Organization Settings](docId\:qMcAOETXG84qzkBq_Ovwv) for member management and configuration; - [Subscritption & Billing](docId:69VT9M1xPVuLcrwTWvU6y) management for overseeing your subscription; - **Theme switcher**; - **Knowledge graph**; *** ## Document area Here, you'll find the main tools for managing your content. You can swiftly [Add blocks](docId:6B0VTQTVUnMP93e-SZQ2p) **(3) **by typing `/` to open the menu. To see how your work will look before publishing, use the **Preview/Edit (6)** button. For a quick boost in content creation, the integrated [AI Write ](docId:1tOWnw572B2YbhvcxyZCm)**(7)** provides tools to help you write and refine your work efficiently. At the top of the document area, you have a context menu for the **Document options (8)**. Just click on the 3 dots `⫶` open the entire list of available options like: - **Document info** View details about the document, including author, creation date, and last modified. - **Ping team member** Notify a team member about the document. - **Share** Invite others to view or collaborate on the document. - [Subscribe to changes](docId\:M_Ir9aK_46bzO_mHOL5UX) Receive notifications when the document is updated. - [Document Revision History](docId\:zyNz0NsRCL37zbUwUgKBo) View a timeline of changes made to the document. - [SEO Meta Controls](docId\:E-aARn44KIsrXycjGAMZg) Customize metadata for search engine optimization. - **Copy Markdown to clipboard** Copy the document's Markdown code to the clipboard. - [Export to Markdown file ](docId\:vHjhBqS61oDz1E13MBEPY) Save the document as a Markdown file. - [Export to PDF file](docId\:vHjhBqS61oDz1E13MBEPY) Save the document as a PDF file. - **Spellcheck** Enable spell checking to help identify and correct errors in the document. We also allow [Grammarly](https://www.archbee.com/blog/grammarly-integration) to get on top of our editor and suggest corrections and improvements. - **Full width editor** Expand the writing area of the editor to use the full width of the screen. - [Find & Replace](docId\:RGgEfgBAD2HfM31VTe6H6) Search for a particular word and replace it. *** ## Content panel The content panel is a eseitiam area for document management and collaboration, featuring three tabs: - the **Contents** tab includes the Table of Contents and [Document Tags](docId:8_5kqkucpS86Zm8Z82tZi); - the [Comments](docId\:HcZnXsyrbk0GWr8B1kL7r) tab allows users to collaborate and provide feedback; - and the **Code** tab offers a two-column layout (if its enabled in Apperange) to show [Code drawers](docId:9rc9lvIrREZCwra8j4lit), ideal for API documentation. This structure enhances writing documentation workflow and experience. *** **Ready to explore the full potential of Archbee?** Dive deeper into our features and learn how to create stunning documentation: ::::LinkArray{contentSource="CUSTOM"} :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/K_JWZranXy1tD6qvlG2v6-6HyqAir7SEJAjtZ7YWmFe-20250911-133251.png"} Learn [How to use the Editor](docId\:GZKfIYLzU2JXuPcXqo7uq) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/K_JWZranXy1tD6qvlG2v6-s-bxRZJy8swqFBGjddA3P-20250911-133301.png"} Manage your [Documents](docId\:XHRrKtTL4IRyQvnmho5i5), [Spaces](docId\:uTknpnOKl1OY-VxI5I8jo) or [Custom Domain](docId\:PhPdT07jvT42ScfHSTlHu) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/K_JWZranXy1tD6qvlG2v6-rM0LpDx7RmfZj28vtWPPt-20250911-133310.png"} [Integrate](docId\:mpRaCDe-I5CxggprO-F6Q) your favorite tools, like [GitHub](docId\:Pm3HtF9iCnqzcNFRQjqL3) or [Slack](docId\:TYvw4yUUdlMxmEo-1jNBf), with Archbee. ::: ::::