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Getting Started with Machine

Welcome to Machine! This guide will help you start your journey with our AI assistant designed to help you accomplish real-world tasks through natural conversation.

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First Interaction

When you first launch Machine, you’ll be greeted with a simple conversation interface. There’s no complex setup required—just start typing as if you were talking to a helpful colleague.
1

Sign in to your account

Visit machine.myapps.ai and log in with your credentials. If you don’t have an account yet, you can create one in minutes.
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Start a conversation

Begin by describing what you’re trying to accomplish. For example:
  • “I need to research the latest trends in renewable energy”
  • “Help me analyze this customer feedback data”
  • “I need to build a simple website for my portfolio”
3

Follow Machine's lead

Machine will ask clarifying questions and guide you through the process. Answer its questions to help it better understand your needs.
4

Review and approve actions

Before taking significant actions, Machine will ask for your approval. Review its proposals carefully before proceeding.

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Understanding Machine’s Capabilities

The best way to learn what Machine can do is to simply ask it. For example:
  • “What can you help me with?”
  • “Can you help me build a website?”
  • “How would you approach analyzing this dataset?”
Machine will explain its capabilities relevant to your task and suggest a path forward.

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File Uploading

Many tasks require working with your files. You can easily upload files for Machine to work with.
  1. Click the paperclip icon in the chat interface
  2. Select the file(s) you want to upload
  3. Wait for the upload to complete
  4. Machine will acknowledge the file and ask what you’d like to do with it
Machine can work with a wide variety of file types, including:
  • Documents (.docx, .pdf, .txt, etc.)
  • Spreadsheets (.xlsx, .csv, etc.)
  • Images (.jpg, .png, .svg, etc.)
  • Data files (.json, .xml, etc.)
  • And many more

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Workspace Management

Your Machine workspace helps you organize your projects and files for easy access.

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Creating a New Workspace

  1. Click on the “Workspaces” option in the sidebar
  2. Select “New Workspace”
  3. Give your workspace a name and description
  4. Start adding files and conversations to your workspace

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Managing Files in Your Workspace

  • All files you upload are automatically saved to your current workspace
  • You can organize files into folders by asking Machine to do so
  • Access your files anytime by clicking the “Files” tab in your workspace

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Best Practices

To get the most out of Machine, follow these best practices:
  1. Be specific: The more details you provide, the better Machine can help you.
  2. Start simple: Begin with straightforward tasks and gradually move to more complex ones as you become familiar with Machine’s capabilities.
  3. Provide feedback: Let Machine know if its approach isn’t working or if you need to adjust course.
  4. Use projects: Organize related tasks into projects to maintain context across multiple sessions.
  5. Ask for explanations: If you’re not sure why Machine is taking a particular approach, just ask for clarification.

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Next Steps

Once you’re comfortable with the basics, explore these resources to take your Machine experience to the next level:

Feature Guide

Discover the full range of Machine’s capabilities.

Use Cases

Get inspired by examples of how others are using Machine.

API Integration

Learn how to connect Machine to external services and APIs.

Troubleshooting

Find solutions to common issues.
Remember, Machine learns from your interactions. The more you use it, the better it gets at understanding your preferences and requirements.