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

# Create Your First Project

> Step-by-step guide to creating your first real estate project in Gridix

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:

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Import from Excel/Google Sheets">
    Best for projects with existing data in spreadsheets. Supports:

    * Excel files (.xlsx, .xls)
    * CSV files
    * Google Sheets (via link)

    <Note>
      Import by link allows automatic synchronization when your spreadsheet updates.
    </Note>
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Manual Setup">
    Best for projects you want to configure from scratch. Gives you full control over:

    * Project structure
    * Field configuration
    * Visualization settings
    * Custom properties
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Method 1: Import from Excel

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open project creation">
    In the admin dashboard, click "Projects" in the sidebar, then click "Create New Project".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose import method">
    Select "Import from Excel" tab. You can either:

    * Upload a file from your computer
    * Import from Google Sheets using a link
  </Step>

  <Step title="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.)

    <Tip>
      Download our template file to ensure proper formatting: Click "Download Template" in the import dialog.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload or link file">
    * **File upload**: Click "Upload Excel file" and select your file
    * **Google Sheets**: Paste your Google Sheets link (any format supported)
  </Step>

  <Step title="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
  </Step>

  <Step title="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

    <Info>
      If layouts are the same, you'll save significant time during setup.
    </Info>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review and create">
    Review the imported data preview, then click "Create Project" to finish.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Method 2: Manual Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start manual creation">
    In the project creation dialog, select "Manual Setup" and click "Start manual creation".
  </Step>

  <Step title="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
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure building settings">
    Set building-level properties:

    * Number of floors
    * Currency for pricing
    * Project type (building, complex, etc.)
    * Parking availability
    * Commercial space availability
  </Step>

  <Step title="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
  </Step>

  <Step title="Mark apartments on floor plans">
    For each floor plan:

    * Click to mark apartment locations
    * Enter apartment numbers
    * Configure apartment properties (rooms, area, price, status)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save project">
    Click "Save" to create your project. You can continue editing after creation.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## After Project Creation

<Check>
  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
</Check>

## Next Steps

Now that your project is created:

* **[Project Editing](/en/projects/editing)** - Learn how to edit and customize your project
* **[Apartment Management](/en/projects/apartments)** - Configure apartments and their properties
* **[Visualization Setup](/en/projects/visualization)** - Customize how your floor plans are displayed
* **[Widget Embedding](/en/widgets/embedding)** - Embed your project on your website