Getting Started with ARKA-AI
Your complete onboarding guide. Learn how to set up your account, configure API keys, and have your first AI conversation.
Welcome to ARKA-AI!
This guide will walk you through everything you need to start using ARKA-AI effectively. Follow these steps in order for the best experience.
Quick Overview
Getting started with ARKA-AI takes just a few minutes. Here's what you'll do:
Create Account
Sign up with email or Google
Add API Key
Connect OpenAI or OpenRouter
Start Chatting
Have your first AI conversation
Your Dashboard
After signing in, you'll land on your dashboard. This is your home base in ARKA-AI, where you can access all features and start new conversations.
Understanding the Interface
The interface is designed to be simple and intuitive. Here's what you'll find:
Sidebar
Access your conversations, tools, settings, and workspace options.
Main Panel
The chat area where you interact with AI and view responses.
Conversation List
Your past conversations, organized and searchable.
Quick Tools
Writing, code, and research tools at your fingertips.
Your First Conversation
Starting a conversation with ARKA-AI is as simple as typing a message. Let's walk through it step by step.
Open a New Chat
Click the "New Chat" button in the sidebar or start typing in an empty chat window.
Type Your Message
Enter your question or request in the message box at the bottom of the screen.
Press Enter
Hit Enter to send your message. ARKAbrain will automatically route it to the best AI model.
Read the Response
The AI will respond in the chat area. Continue the conversation as needed.
Understanding AI Responses
When you send a message, ARKA-AI's ARKAbrain system analyzes your request and routes it to the optimal AI model. You'll see the response stream in real-time.
Model Indicator
Notice the "via [Model Name]" chip below responses? That shows which AI model was used. Click "Why this model?" to learn why it was chosen.
Next Steps
Now that you've had your first conversation, here's what to explore next: