Quick Start Guide

Master homepage.dev in 5 minutes

Quick Start Guide

Welcome! Let's get you up and running with homepage.dev in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your First Page

When you first log in, you'll see a default page. Let's create a custom one:

1. Click the Pages dropdown menu
2. Choose "Create New Page"
3. Name it something meaningful like "Work" or "Personal"
4. Select an emoji icon (optional)
5. Click "Create"

Learn more about Pages

Step 2: Add Your First Tab

Each page can have multiple tabs to organize different types of content:

1. Click the Tabs dropdown menu
2. Choose "Create New Tab"
3. Name your tab (e.g., "Development", "Social Media", "News")
4. Click "Create"

Learn more about Tabs

Step 3: Add Bookmark Categories

Organize your bookmarks with categories:

1. In your new tab, click "Add Category"
2. Name your category (e.g., "Daily Tools", "Resources", "Quick Links")
3. Your category will appear as a new section
4. Repeat to add more categories

Step 4: Add Your First Bookmarks

Now add some bookmarks to your category:

1. Click "Add Bookmark" in your category
2. Enter the URL (e.g., https://github.com)
3. The title and favicon will be auto-detected
4. Customize the title if desired
5. Click "Save"

Learn more about Bookmarks

Step 5: Add Apps & Widgets

Enhance your homepage with useful apps:

1. Click the Apps dropdown menu
2. Choose "Add App"
3. Select an app (Clock, Notes, or Tasks)
4. Configure the app settings
5. The app will appear on your page

Learn more about Apps

Customize Your Layout

homepage.dev is highly customizable. Here are the key ways to personalize your workspace:

Organization:

• Drag & Drop - Rearrange categories and apps by dragging them
• Icons - Add emoji icons to pages, tabs, and categories for visual organization
• Naming - Use clear, descriptive names with emojis for quick recognition

Layout Tips:

• Keep frequently used bookmarks at the top
• Group related bookmarks in categories
• Use tabs to separate different contexts
• Add apps that enhance your workflow

Common Use Cases

📚 Student Setup

Page: "School" 🎓

• Tabs: "Research", "Assignments", "Resources"
• Categories: "Course Materials", "Online Tools", "Study Groups"
• Apps: Clock (for class times), Tasks (for assignments)

💼 Work Setup

Page: "Work" 💼

• Tabs: "Development", "Communication", "Tools"
• Categories: "Code Repos", "Team Chat", "Productivity"
• Apps: Clock (for different timezones), Notes (for quick captures)

🏠 Personal Setup

Page: "Personal" 🏠

• Tabs: "Entertainment", "Shopping", "Learning"
• Categories: "Social Media", "Streaming", "Online Courses"
• Apps: Clock (for local time), Tasks (for personal todos)

Keyboard Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with keyboard shortcuts:

Navigation:

• Cmd/Ctrl + K - Quick search
• Cmd/Ctrl + 1-9 - Switch to page/tab by number
• ←/→ Arrow Keys - Navigate between pages or tabs

Actions:

• Cmd/Ctrl + N - New bookmark
• Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + N - New page
• Tab - Navigate between elements
• Enter - Open selected bookmark

Mobile Experience

homepage.dev works great on mobile devices:

• Responsive Design: Optimized for all screen sizes
• Touch Gestures: Swipe between tabs and pages
• Mobile Access: Access your homepage from any device
• Real-time Sync: Changes sync instantly across devices

Next Steps

Now that you're set up, explore these features in detail:

1. Pages Documentation - Master page organization
2. Tabs Documentation - Learn tab management
3. Bookmarks Documentation - Advanced bookmark features
4. Apps Documentation - Explore available apps

Tips for Success

🎯 Start Simple Begin with 1-2 pages and gradually add more as needed. Don't overwhelm yourself with complex organization from the start.

📋 Use Categories Group related bookmarks into well-named categories for better organization and faster access.

🚀 Leverage Shortcuts Learn keyboard shortcuts to boost productivity and navigate faster.

📱 Access Everywhere Use homepage.dev on all your devices. Your homepage syncs automatically across desktop, tablet, and mobile.

🔄 Iterate and Refine Your needs will evolve - reorganize and refine your setup regularly to keep it optimal.

💾 Export Regularly Use the export features to back up your pages, tabs, and bookmarks regularly.

Troubleshooting

Bookmarks not saving?

• Check your internet connection
• Try refreshing the page
• Contact support if issue persists

Can't find a feature?

• Check the navigation menus (Pages, Tabs, Apps)
• Use the search function (Cmd/Ctrl + K)
• Review the relevant documentation section

Need more help?

• Visit our FAQ
• Check Troubleshooting
• Contact our support team

Need help? Check our Support section or contact our support team - we're here to help you succeed!