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Getting Started Guide

This sample demonstrates clear, concise instructional writing for new users setting up an application for the first time. It follows standard documentation structure used in industry.

Overview​

This guide walks a new user through installing, launching, and using a fictional app called Clarity Notes — a tool that lets users organize tasks and ideas.

By the end of this guide, the user will be able to:

  • Install Clarity Notes
  • Create an account
  • Create their first note
  • Organize notes into folders

1. Install Clarity Notes​

macOS​

  1. Navigate to https://claritynotes.example.com/download
  2. Select Download for macOS
  3. Open the downloaded .dmg file
  4. Drag Clarity Notes into the Applications folder

Windows​

  1. Navigate to https://claritynotes.example.com/download
  2. Select Download for Windows
  3. Run the installer
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts until installation completes

2. Create an Account​

  1. Open Clarity Notes
  2. Select Create Account
  3. Enter your email and a secure password
  4. Select Continue
  5. Verify your account via the confirmation email

3. Create Your First Note​

  1. Click New Note in the top-left corner
  2. Type your content into the editor window
  3. Click Save
  4. Your note will appear in the sidebar under All Notes

4. Organize Notes into Folders​

  1. Select Create Folder
  2. Name the folder (example: “School”, “Projects”)
  3. Drag any note into the folder
  4. Notes will automatically stay organized inside folders

Tips for New Users​

  • Use Search to quickly find older notes
  • Press Ctrl+N (Windows) or Cmd+N (Mac) to create a new note
  • Notes autosave every 30 seconds

Summary​

This guide demonstrates:

  • Structured clarity
  • Step-by-step task breakdown
  • Reader-friendly formatting
  • Universal technical documentation patterns