Last updated: Nov 17, 2025, 05:25 PM UTC

Quick Start Guide - 5 Minutes to Your First Chat

Get up and running with Sasha Studio in just 5 minutes. This guide walks you through the essential setup steps.

5-Minute Setup

Step 1: Configure Your API Key (1 minute)

  1. Click the Settings icon in the top menu
  2. Navigate to API Configuration
  3. Enter your Claude API key
  4. Click Save to store your key securely

Tip: Your API key is encrypted and stored locally. It never leaves your system.

Step 2: Upload Your First Document (2 minutes)

  1. Click the Upload button or drag-and-drop a file
  2. Supported formats include:
    • PDF documents
    • Word documents (.docx)
    • Text files (.txt, .md)
    • Spreadsheets (.xlsx, .csv)
    • Presentations (.pptx)
  3. Wait for the upload and processing to complete
  4. You'll see a confirmation when the document is ready

Best First Document: Start with a company overview, product guide, or process document

Step 3: Start Your First Conversation (2 minutes)

  1. Click on New Chat to begin
  2. Try these starter questions:
    • "What does this document tell me about [topic]?"
    • "Summarize the key points from the uploaded file"
    • "What are the main processes described?"
    • "Extract all action items mentioned"
  3. Sasha will respond with insights from your document
  4. Continue the conversation naturally

Quick Start Examples

Example 1: Company Handbook Analysis

You: "What are our company's core values according to the handbook?"
Sasha: [Extracts and lists core values from your uploaded handbook]

You: "How do these values translate into daily operations?"
Sasha: [Provides specific examples and connections from the document]

Example 2: Project Documentation Review

You: "What are the key milestones in this project plan?"
Sasha: [Lists milestones with dates and deliverables]

You: "Which stakeholders are involved in phase 2?"
Sasha: [Identifies and lists relevant stakeholders]

Example 3: Technical Documentation Query

You: "Explain the authentication flow in this system"
Sasha: [Provides step-by-step explanation from technical docs]

You: "What security measures are implemented?"
Sasha: [Details security features and protocols]

Power User Tips

Maximize Effectiveness

  1. Be Specific: Instead of "tell me about this", ask "what are the three main challenges mentioned?"
  2. Build Context: Follow-up questions help Sasha understand what you need
  3. Use Commands: Try commands like "summarize", "extract", "compare", "analyze"

Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Ctrl/Cmd + K - New chat
  • Ctrl/Cmd + U - Upload file
  • Ctrl/Cmd + / - Show shortcuts
  • Esc - Close dialogs

Organization Tips

  • Name Your Chats: Give meaningful names for easy reference
  • Use Folders: Organize documents by project or department
  • Tag Documents: Add tags for better searchability

Troubleshooting Quick Fixes

Document Not Processing?

  • Check file size (max 10MB for optimal performance)
  • Ensure file isn't password protected
  • Try converting to PDF if other formats fail

Responses Not Relevant?

  • Rephrase your question more specifically
  • Check that the right document is selected
  • Provide more context in your query

API Key Issues?

  • Verify key is correctly copied (no extra spaces)
  • Check your API usage limits
  • Ensure your account is active

What's Next?

Now that you're up and running:

  1. Upload More Documents - Build your knowledge base
  2. Try Specialist Templates - Use pre-built prompts for specific tasks
  3. Create a Project - Organize related documents together
  4. Invite Team Members - Collaborate on knowledge management
  5. Explore Advanced Features - Custom prompts, bulk uploads, integrations

Learn More

Checklist

You're ready when you've:

  • Configured your API key
  • Uploaded at least one document
  • Had your first conversation with Sasha
  • Received relevant insights from your content
  • Understood how to ask effective questions

Congratulations! You've completed the quick start. In just 5 minutes, you've unlocked the power of AI-driven knowledge management. Keep exploring and discovering what Sasha can do for your organization!