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

# Open Canva documentation

> Open Canva is an AI visual creation platform with 25+ image models, 20+ video models, a Prompt Assistant, and multi-model comparison.

## Welcome to Open Canva

Open Canva is an AI-powered visual creation platform that helps creative professionals produce high-quality images and videos using state-of-the-art AI models. Generate with 25+ image models and 20+ video models, plan with an AI Prompt Assistant, and compare results across models side by side.

<Card title="Quickstart Guide" icon="rocket" href="/quickstart" horizontal>
  Create your first AI-generated image in minutes with our step-by-step guide.
</Card>

## Key Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="AI Image Generation" icon="sparkles" href="/image-generation/introduction">
    Generate images from text prompts using 25+ AI models including Flux, Ideogram, Imagen, GPT Image, and more.
  </Card>

  <Card title="AI Video Generation" icon="video" href="/video-generation/introduction">
    Create videos from text or images with 20+ video models including Kling, Veo, Hailuo, and more.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Prompt Assistant" icon="message-square" href="/sessions/prompt-assistant">
    Plan generations with an AI chat assistant that recommends models, writes prompts, and builds generation plans.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Multi-Model Generation" icon="layers" href="/image-generation/multi-model">
    Generate with up to 4 models simultaneously to compare results and find the perfect style.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Reference Images" icon="image" href="/image-generation/reference-images">
    Upload reference images to guide AI output for consistent style, characters, and composition.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard Analytics" icon="chart-bar" href="/dashboard/introduction">
    Track usage, monitor costs, and analyze which models work best for your needs.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Getting Started

New to Open Canva? Follow these steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create an Account">
    Sign up with your email or use Google OAuth for quick access.

    <Card title="Account Setup Guide" icon="user" href="/getting-started/account-setup">
      Learn about account creation and authentication options.
    </Card>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Your First Image">
    Enter a prompt, select models, and generate. The Prompt Assistant can help you write effective prompts.

    <Card title="Quickstart Guide" icon="rocket" href="/quickstart">
      Step-by-step instructions for your first generation.
    </Card>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Explore Advanced Features">
    Try video generation, multi-model comparisons, and reference images.

    <Card title="AI Models" icon="sliders" href="/image-generation/models">
      Browse all available image and video models.
    </Card>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Popular Guides

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Writing Effective Prompts" icon="pen-fancy" href="/image-generation/prompts">
    Learn how to write prompts that produce the best results.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Choosing the Right Model" icon="sliders" href="/image-generation/models">
    Understand which AI model works best for your use case.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Plans & Pricing" icon="credit-card" href="/billing/plans">
    Compare plans, credits, and feature limits.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Best Practices" icon="star" href="/features/best-practices">
    Tips and tricks for getting the most out of Open Canva.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Need Help?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Help & Support" icon="life-ring" href="/features/help-support">
    In-app help, contact support, and community resources.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Troubleshooting" icon="wrench" href="/features/troubleshooting">
    Common issues and their solutions.
  </Card>

  <Card title="FAQ" icon="question-circle" href="/features/faq">
    Frequently asked questions about Open Canva.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keyboard Shortcuts" icon="keyboard" href="/features/shortcuts">
    Work faster with keyboard shortcuts.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Tip>
  **Pro Tip**: Start with the Prompt Assistant to plan your generations. It recommends models and writes optimized prompts based on your creative goals.
</Tip>