What is PromptReports.AI?

PromptReports.AI is an AI-powered platform that creates professional executive research reports in minutes. It provides market analysis, financial reports, and strategic intelligence customized for your business needs.

How does AI report generation work?

Our platform uses advanced AI models to analyze your input data and generate comprehensive research reports. Simply provide your topic or data, select a report template, and our AI creates a professional document with insights, analysis, and recommendations.

What types of reports can I create?

You can create market analysis reports, competitive intelligence reports, trend scanning reports, financial analysis, strategic assessments, and custom research reports tailored to your specific industry or topic.

Yes, we prioritize data security. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We do not share your data with third parties, and you maintain full ownership of all reports generated on our platform.

Creating Your First Report

A comprehensive step-by-step guide to generating your first AI-powered report with PromptReports. Learn how to leverage templates, configure AI settings, and produce professional-quality reports.

Overview#

PromptReports transforms the way you create data-rich, insightful reports. Instead of spending hours researching and writing, our AI-powered platform helps you generate comprehensive reports in minutes. This guide walks you through creating your first report from start to finish.

Save Time

Generate reports in minutes instead of hours or days.

AI-Powered

Leverage advanced LLMs for intelligent content generation.

Professional Quality

Create polished, executive-ready reports every time.

Before You Begin

Make sure you've completed your account setup and are familiar with the core concepts of PromptReports.

Step 1: Choose a Template#

Templates are pre-configured report structures designed for specific use cases. They include optimized prompts, suggested sections, and formatting tailored to different report types.

Navigate to Report Builder

Click Report Builder in the sidebar or go to /report-builder to access the report creation interface.

Browse Template Library

Click Browse Templates to explore our library of 180+ templates across 22 categories including business analysis, market research, competitive intelligence, and more.

Preview Templates

Click on any template to see a preview, including sample output, recommended use cases, and customization options.

Select Your Template

Click "Use This Template" to start building your report with the selected structure.

Category	Example Templates	Best For
Market Research	Industry Analysis, Market Sizing, Consumer Trends	Strategic planning, investment decisions
Competitive Intelligence	Competitor Analysis, SWOT Analysis, Battle Cards	Sales enablement, product strategy
Business Analysis	Financial Review, KPI Dashboard, Quarterly Report	Executive reporting, board presentations
Technical Reports	Architecture Review, Security Audit, Performance Analysis	Engineering teams, technical documentation
Content & Marketing	Content Strategy, Campaign Analysis, SEO Report	Marketing teams, content planning

Start with a Template

Even if you plan to heavily customize your report, starting with a template saves time and ensures you don't miss important sections.

Step 2: Configure Your Report#

After selecting a template, configure the basic settings and parameters for your report. These settings influence how the AI generates content.

Set Report Title

Enter a descriptive title for your report. This appears in the header and helps organize your reports.

Define the Topic/Subject

Specify the main subject of your report. Be specific for better results:

Good: "Q4 2024 Market Analysis for Electric Vehicle Battery Technology in North America"
Less specific: "EV market report"

Select AI Model

GPT-4o: Best for nuanced analysis and complex reasoning
Claude 3.5 Sonnet: Excellent for detailed, well-structured content
Llama 3.1: Fast generation for simpler reports
Custom: Configure your own model via OpenRouter

Adjust Generation Settings

Fine-tune the AI's behavior:

Temperature: Lower (0.1-0.3) for factual reports, higher (0.7-0.9) for creative content
Max Length: Set the target length for generated sections
Tone: Choose from Professional, Conversational, Technical, or Executive

Example Report Configuration

json

{
  "title": "Competitive Analysis: Cloud Storage Market 2024",
  "subject": "Cloud storage providers including AWS S3, Google Cloud Storage, Azure Blob Storage",
  "model": "claude-3-5-sonnet",
  "settings": {
    "temperature": 0.3,
    "maxTokens": 4000,
    "tone": "professional"
  },
  "sections": [
    "Executive Summary",
    "Market Overview",
    "Competitor Profiles",
    "Feature Comparison",
    "Pricing Analysis",
    "SWOT Analysis",
    "Recommendations"
  ]
}

Step 3: Add Your Data Sources#

PromptReports can incorporate various data sources to enrich your reports with accurate, relevant information. The more context you provide, the better your results.

Document Upload

Upload PDFs, Word docs, or text files to include specific information.

Data Connections

Connect to databases, spreadsheets, or APIs for live data.

Web Research

Enable AI to search the web for current information.

Charts & Visualizations

Import data for automatic chart generation.

Upload Supporting Documents

Click Add Data Source > Upload Files to add relevant documents. Supported formats: PDF, DOCX, TXT, CSV, XLSX.

Add Context Information

Use the "Additional Context" field to provide background information, specific requirements, or constraints the AI should consider.

Enable Web Research (Optional)

Toggle "Web Research" to allow the AI to search for current information. This is especially useful for market data and news.

Import Data for Charts

If your report needs visualizations, upload CSV or connect to a data source for automatic chart generation.

Data Privacy

Be mindful of sensitive information in uploaded documents. Review our privacy policy for details on how your data is handled.

Step 4: Generate with AI#

With your template selected, settings configured, and data sources added, you're ready to generate your report. PromptReports uses advanced AI to create comprehensive, well-structured content.

Review Your Configuration

Double-check your settings, topic, and data sources in the preview panel before generating.

Click "Generate Report"

Click the primary "Generate Report" button to start the AI generation process.

Monitor Progress

Watch the real-time progress indicator as each section is generated. You'll see:

Current section being processed
Estimated time remaining
Token usage statistics

Stream Results

Content streams in real-time, so you can start reviewing early sections while later ones are still generating.

Generation Time

Report generation typically takes 1-5 minutes depending on length and complexity. Longer reports with web research enabled may take up to 10 minutes.

Step 5: Review & Edit#

Once generated, review your report and make any necessary edits. PromptReports provides a powerful editor with AI-assisted refinement tools.

Review Generated Content

Read through each section carefully. Check for accuracy, relevance, and completeness.

Use the Rich Text Editor

The Slate.js-powered editor supports:

Formatting: Bold, italic, headings, lists, tables
Media: Images, charts, embedded content
Comments: Add notes and feedback for collaborators

Regenerate Sections

Click the "Regenerate" icon next to any section to have AI create a new version with different phrasing.

AI Refinement

Use AI assistance to improve specific parts:

"Make this more concise"
"Add more detail about [topic]"
"Rewrite in a more formal tone"

Add Visualizations

Insert charts, graphs, and images to enhance your report. Use the D3.js-powered chart builder for custom visualizations.

Version History

PromptReports automatically saves versions as you edit. You can always revert to a previous version if needed.

Step 6: Export & Share#

Finished reports can be exported in multiple formats or shared directly with stakeholders.

Export Options

Download as PDF, Word (DOCX), or Markdown format.

Share Link

Generate a secure, shareable link for stakeholders.

Presentation Mode

View your report in a clean, presentation-ready format.

Automation

Schedule recurring report generation and delivery.

Export to PDF

Click Export > PDF to generate a professionally formatted PDF document with your branding and styling.

Create Shareable Link

Click "Share" to generate a unique link. Configure access permissions: public, password-protected, or specific email addresses.

Send Email Report

Enter email addresses to send the report directly to stakeholders with a customizable message.

Archive to Google Drive

Connect your Google Drive to automatically archive reports for easy access and backup.

Congratulations!

You've created your first AI-powered report! Save this as a template for future use or explore additional customization options.

Report Types#

PromptReports supports various report types, each optimized for specific use cases and audiences.

Report Type	Description	Typical Length	Best Audience
Executive Summary	High-level overview with key findings and recommendations	2-4 pages	C-suite, Board members
Deep Dive Analysis	Comprehensive research with detailed methodology and data	10-30 pages	Analysts, Researchers
Trend Scan	Quick snapshot of emerging trends and market movements	3-5 pages	Strategy teams, Product managers
Competitive Brief	Focused analysis of specific competitors	5-10 pages	Sales, Product teams
Industry Report	Broad market overview with multiple segments	15-50 pages	Investors, Market researchers
Custom Report	Fully customizable structure for unique requirements	Variable	Any audience

Tips for Better Reports#

Follow these best practices to get the most out of PromptReports:

Be Specific

The more specific your topic and context, the better the AI can tailor the content to your needs.

Provide Data

Upload relevant documents and data sources for more accurate, grounded reports.

Always Review

AI-generated content should always be reviewed for accuracy before sharing.

Iterate

Use regeneration and refinement features to improve sections that don't meet expectations.

Pro Tip

Save your best configurations as custom templates. This creates a consistent starting point for similar reports and saves time on future projects.

Next Steps#

Now that you've created your first report, explore these advanced features to become a PromptReports power user: