Creating a Project
Create Your Project 🎨
First things first – let's give your API documentation a home:
- Sign into your ReadMe account
- Click "Create New Project"
- Give your project a name that resonates with your API
- Upload your logo (we'll work our magic to match your brand colors!)
- Choose a subdomain that makes sense for your brand (e.g., yourcompany.readme.io)
Navigate Your Dashboard 🧭
Get comfortable with your command center:
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Project Dashboard Overview
- The dashboard is your mission control for all things documentation
- Access all your projects from this central hub
- View project metrics and recent activity at a glance
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Quick Navigation
- Use the left sidebar to jump between key sections
- Access project settings, appearance options, and more
- Switch between edit and view modes with a single click
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Project Settings
- Customize project details anytime from the settings menu
- Manage team access and permissions
- Configure integration options for your workflow
Manage Your Profile 👤
Make ReadMe yours with a personalized profile:
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Setting Up Your Profile
- Click your avatar in the top-right corner
- Update your display name and profile picture
- Add your role and contact information
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Account Preferences
- Set your notification preferences
- Configure 2FA for enhanced security
- Manage your API keys for ReadMe access
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Team Collaboration
- Invite team members to contribute
- Assign appropriate roles and permissions
- Create a collaborative documentation workflow
Search and Organize Your Projects 🔍
Keeping everything at your fingertips:
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Project Search
- Use the search bar at the top of the dashboard
- Filter projects by name, status, or team
- Find exactly what you need, when you need it
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Project Organization
- Arrange projects by priority or category
- Use tags to group related projects
- Archive completed or inactive projects
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Quick Project Switching
- Toggle between projects from the dropdown menu
- See project status indicators at a glance
- Access recent projects faster with the history menu
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