Getting Started with Lovable.dev

Creating Your First Project

1. Sign up for an account at lovable.dev
2. Click "New Project" from the dashboard
3. You'll be presented with a chat interface where you can describe your application

Understanding the Interface

• Editor View: Where you can see your application code and preview
• Chat Interface: Where you communicate with the AI to build your application
• Preview Panel: Shows a live view of your application
• Settings: Configure project details, integrations, and more

Free vs. Paid Plans

• The free tier offers limited messages per day
• Paid tiers provide more messages, private projects, and additional features
• Consider your project needs when choosing a plan

Chat Mode vs. Default Mode

• Chat Mode: For discussions, planning, and debugging without making changes
  • Enable this in Labs settings to have conversations without code changes
• Default Mode: For implementing actual code changes
• Switch between modes based on your current needs

Initial Project Setup

When starting a new project, consider these initial questions: