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Creating Your First Report

Follow this step-by-step guide to create your first AI-powered research report. In just a few minutes, you'll have professional insights on any topic.

Before You Start

  • Completed account setup and profile
  • Know your research topic or question
  • Have 5-10 minutes for your first report

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Choose Your Starting Point

Decide how you want to begin your report

Start from Scratch

Build a custom report with the Report Builder

Best for: When you have specific requirements

Use a Template

Start with a pre-built framework

Best for: When you want structure and guidance

From a Prompt

Generate a report from a saved prompt

Best for: When you have a proven prompt

2

Define Your Research Topic

Provide clear details about what you want to research

  • Be specific about the industry, company, or topic
  • Include geographical scope if relevant
  • Specify the time period for analysis
  • List any specific questions you want answered
3

Configure Report Settings

Customize how your report will be generated

AI Model:Choose from GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, or others
Report Length:Select brief, standard, or comprehensive
Output Format:Choose sections and structure
Tone & Style:Executive, technical, or conversational
4

Generate Your Report

Let our AI create your report

  • Generation typically takes 30 seconds to 2 minutes
  • You can track progress in real-time
  • Complex reports may require multiple AI calls
5

Review & Refine

Check the output and make adjustments

  • Read through all sections carefully
  • Request regeneration of specific sections
  • Add your own insights or edits
  • Check citations and sources
6

Export & Share

Get your report in the format you need

PDF Download
Word Document
HTML Export
Share Link

Example Topics

Need inspiration? Here are some example research topics to get you started:

Market Analysis

  • Electric vehicle market in Europe 2024
  • SaaS industry competitive landscape
  • Emerging fintech trends in Asia

Company Research

  • Tesla strategic analysis
  • Apple supply chain overview
  • Startup ecosystem in Austin, Texas

Industry Trends

  • AI adoption in healthcare
  • Sustainable packaging innovations
  • Remote work technology trends

Pro Tips for Better Reports

Be specific: "Electric vehicle market in Germany 2024" is better than "EV market"

Include context: Tell the AI who the report is for (executives, investors, researchers)

Iterate: Your first report doesn't need to be perfect - refine and regenerate sections as needed

Save as template: If you like the structure, save it as a template for future reports

Ready to Create Your Report?

Head to the Report Builder and start creating your first AI-powered research report now.

Open Report Builder