Create Your First Project
This guide will help you create your first project in Gridix. You can create projects by importing data from Excel/Google Sheets or by setting them up manually.Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:- A verified Gridix account
- Access to the admin dashboard
- Project data ready (apartment numbers, floors, rooms, area, price, status)
Choosing a Creation Method
Gridix offers two ways to create a project:- Import from Excel/Google Sheets
- Manual Setup
Best for projects with existing data in spreadsheets. Supports:
- Excel files (.xlsx, .xls)
- CSV files
- Google Sheets (via link)
Import by link allows automatic synchronization when your spreadsheet updates.
Method 1: Import from Excel
1
Open project creation
In the admin dashboard, click “Projects” in the sidebar, then click “Create New Project”.
2
Choose import method
Select “Import from Excel” tab. You can either:
- Upload a file from your computer
- Import from Google Sheets using a link
3
Prepare your data
Ensure your Excel file contains the required columns:
- Apartment number
- Floor number
- Number of rooms
- Area (in square meters)
- Price
- Status (available, sold, reserved, etc.)
4
Upload or link file
- File upload: Click “Upload Excel file” and select your file
- Google Sheets: Paste your Google Sheets link (any format supported)
5
Map columns
Gridix will detect your columns automatically. Review and adjust the mapping if needed:
- Match your column names to Gridix fields
- Verify data types are correct
- Add any custom fields you need
6
Configure floor layout
Answer the question about floor layouts:
- Same layout on all floors: Mark apartments once and apply to all floors
- Different layouts: Configure each floor separately
If layouts are the same, you’ll save significant time during setup.
7
Review and create
Review the imported data preview, then click “Create Project” to finish.
Method 2: Manual Setup
1
Start manual creation
In the project creation dialog, select “Manual Setup” and click “Start manual creation”.
2
Enter project details
Fill in the basic project information:
- Project name: The name of your development
- Description: Brief description of the project
- Address: Physical address of the building
- Coordinates: Latitude and longitude (optional, for map display)
- Building image: Upload a main image of the building
3
Configure building settings
Set building-level properties:
- Number of floors
- Currency for pricing
- Project type (building, complex, etc.)
- Parking availability
- Commercial space availability
4
Upload floor plans
Upload floor plan images for each floor:
- Click “Upload Floor Plan” for each floor
- Supported formats: PNG, JPG, SVG
- Recommended size: 1920x1080 or higher
5
Mark apartments on floor plans
For each floor plan:
- Click to mark apartment locations
- Enter apartment numbers
- Configure apartment properties (rooms, area, price, status)
6
Save project
Click “Save” to create your project. You can continue editing after creation.
After Project Creation
After creating your project, you can:
- Edit project details and settings
- Upload additional floor plans
- Configure apartment properties
- Set up pricing and installment calculator
- Customize visualization settings
- Generate widget code for embedding
Next Steps
Now that your project is created:- Project Editing - Learn how to edit and customize your project
- Apartment Management - Configure apartments and their properties
- Visualization Setup - Customize how your floor plans are displayed
- Widget Embedding - Embed your project on your website