> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.enconvo.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quick Start

> Get up and running with EnConvo in under 5 minutes

## Step 1: Download EnConvo

Download the latest version of EnConvo from our website. EnConvo is a native macOS application that supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.

<Card title="Download EnConvo" icon="download" href="https://www.enconvo.com">
  Get the latest version for macOS 13+
</Card>

## Step 2: Install and Launch

1. Open the downloaded `.dmg` file
2. Drag EnConvo to your Applications folder
3. Launch EnConvo from your Applications folder
4. Grant the necessary permissions when prompted:
   * **Accessibility**: Required for screen context awareness
   * **Screen Recording**: Required for capturing screen content
   * **Microphone**: Required for voice input features

<Note>
  EnConvo requires these permissions to provide contextually aware AI assistance. Your privacy is protected - no data is sent to our servers for training.
</Note>

## Step 3: Configure Your API Key

EnConvo supports multiple AI providers. You can either:

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Use EnConvo Cloud">
    EnConvo provides built-in points that you can use without your own API key:

    * **Free Plan**: 10 uses per day
    * **Lifetime License**: 150,000 points one-time bonus
    * **Subscription**: 500,000 points per month
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Use Your Own API Key">
    1. Open EnConvo Settings (⌘ + ,)
    2. Navigate to the "AI Model" section
    3. Enter your API key in the "Credentials" module for your preferred provider:
       * OpenAI
       * Anthropic (Claude)
       * Google (Gemini)
       * And more...
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Use Local LLM">
    For maximum privacy, use a local LLM:

    1. Install [Ollama](https://ollama.ai) or [LM Studio](https://lmstudio.ai)
    2. Download your preferred model
    3. Configure EnConvo to use your local endpoint
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Step 4: Learn the Shortcuts

Master these essential keyboard shortcuts to access EnConvo instantly:

| Shortcut | Action           |
| -------- | ---------------- |
| `⇧⌘D`    | Open SmartBar    |
| `⇧⌘T`    | Open App Sidebar |

<Tip>
  You can customize all keyboard shortcuts in Settings → Shortcuts.
</Tip>

## Step 5: Try Your First Command

Let's test EnConvo with a simple task:

1. Press `⇧⌘D` to open the SmartBar
2. Type a question or command, for example:
   * "Help me write a blog post"
   * "@Summarize this page" (when viewing a webpage)
3. Press Enter and watch EnConvo work its magic!

<Check>
  Congratulations! You've successfully set up EnConvo. Now explore the features to unlock your full productivity potential.
</Check>

## Next Steps

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  <Card title="SmartBar Guide" icon="magnifying-glass" href="/features/smartbar">
    Master the powerful SmartBar interface
  </Card>

  <Card title="PopBar Guide" icon="window-restore" href="/features/popbar">
    Learn to use PopBar for instant text assistance
  </Card>

  <Card title="Knowledge Base" icon="database" href="/ai/knowledge-base">
    Build your personal AI-powered knowledge base
  </Card>

  <Card title="AI Providers" icon="diagram-project" href="/providers/overview">
    Configure your preferred AI provider
  </Card>
</CardGroup>