FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Create
For other questions, join us on Discord or email hello@create.xyz
How do I create a new page, component, or other element?
How do I create a new page, component, or other element?
Most things in Create can be found through the top left logo menu in the builder or by pressing / in the chat. Odds are it’s there.
How do I add AI to my app?
How do I add AI to my app?
Press / in the chat > choose our ChatGPT, Gemini, or Anthropic 3.5 Sonnet integration. Describe how you want to use it, and send the message.
Which AI model is the best?
Which AI model is the best?
It really depends on your use case. Claude 3.5 Sonnet might be the best all around, but ChatGPT and others can be faster or higher quality in different use cases.
How do I connect to an external API?
How do I connect to an external API?
You can try to see if we include it in our built in integrations (press /). If not, you can create a new Function.
Can I add databases?
Can I add databases?
Yes. You can use our built in Databases by pressing / in the chat > Data > Create a database. Describe how you want to store the data and send the message. You can also connect an external database through Functions.
Can I host my app on Create? Will it scale to handle many users?
Can I host my app on Create? Will it scale to handle many users?
Yes, most of our users host their project on Create. Hit Publish in the top right. Your app will scale to handle many users. Reach out about our Business or Enterprise plans if concerned.
How do I add users, sign up, and sign in to my app?
How do I add users, sign up, and sign in to my app?
You can use our built in User Accounts feature.
What language does Create write code in under the hood?
What language does Create write code in under the hood?
Create generates javascript web apps in React / Next.JS and functions in backend serverless functions.
Can I export the code?
Can I export the code?
Yes. Go to the Code tab > Download to download the Next.JS project. Note: for now Create only supports exporting a specific element.
How do I fix this error?
How do I fix this error?
Check out our Guide to Prompting or join our Discord community to chat with fellow creators. You can post in our #help-me-build channel.
When should I use a Page vs. a Component vs. a Function vs. a Database vs. User accounts?
When should I use a Page vs. a Component vs. a Function vs. a Database vs. User accounts?
In general, we think you should start with the UI for your app (Pages, Components) and then move on to Functions, Databases, User Accounts as you need them:
-
Pages are the screens of your app
-
Components are reusable UI elements so you don’t have to keep re-making them
-
Functions help you break up logic separate from the UI or talk to external APIs
-
Databases let you store data so your app saves what users do in it
-
User Accounts gives you the ability for users to sign up, sign in and have the app protect content or customize experiences based on user data
How do I collect payments for an app I made?
How do I collect payments for an app I made?
You can use one of our Templates that already has payments enabled. We have a beta for built in payments. Reach out if you’d like early access.
I accidentally deleted something I shouldn't have (!!) Is there any way to get it back?
I accidentally deleted something I shouldn't have (!!) Is there any way to get it back?
In some cases, we can recover it for you. Please post in Discord or email us at hello@create.xyz. Include your Create email and something that can help us identify the thing you deleted so we can bring it back.
I think I found a bug. Where should I report it?
I think I found a bug. Where should I report it?
Thank you! Go to Discord or email us at hello@create.xyz. Please include a link to the /build route (the link you see when you are in the builder) for your project.
How do I make my projects private?
How do I make my projects private?
Create Pro members get private projects. Choose your credit tier based on your needs.
What is the difference between free vs. Create Pro?
What is the difference between free vs. Create Pro?
Create Pro gives you more credits per month, private projects, custom domains, and priority AI models. Choose your credit tier based on your needs.
Are you hiring?
Are you hiring?
Yes, check out our open roles at create.xyz/careers.
Why are y'all doing this?
Why are y'all doing this?
We want to see as many people as possible become software creators and entrepreneurs.
I love this product. How can I help?
I love this product. How can I help?
The #1 way we grow is by happy users telling their friends / work, spreading us on X, Reddit, YouTube, TikTok, Insta, etc, writing tutorials and testimonials. Join our Discord community to chat with and help other creators.
How do I publish to iOS or Android?
How do I publish to iOS or Android?
We hope to support this in the future, but you are building a fully mobile friendly React web app in Create today. There are third party options for porting a web app to iOS or Android.