"Your first prompt matters more than people think. It sets the tone for the entire build. Write it like a mini blueprint: What I'm building = project overviewWho it's for = target usersMain pages = app structure + future flowKey features = core functionality + what's coming later (login, payment...)Design vibe = visual directionWhat not to do = guardrails + exclusionsAsk for help = Tell Lovable to review the prompt and ask questions before building."
"2. The Custom Knowledge file is the project's brain! It's a bit hidden inside your settings, but it's fantastic! You drop in the rules and context you want, and Lovable carries them through everything it builds. You don't need long essays, just a few sharp lines. Anything you're sick of repeating goes here, and Lovable remembers it for the whole project. It's not code. It's guidance."
"3. Learn the modes, or you'll go in circles Agent Mode → Builds, refactors, and gets things done.Chat Mode → A space to think out loud without touching your code.Code Mode → The raw editor when you want full control.Visual Edit → Make quick, intuitive changes right on the screen. The moment you understand when to switch, your stress level drops by half. And yes, it'll save you some money too, since you're not burning tokens on accidental work."
Craft a precise initial prompt that defines the project overview, target users, main pages, core features, design vibe, exclusions, and a review request. Populate the Custom Knowledge file with concise rules and context so guidance persists across the project lifecycle. Choose the correct mode—Agent, Chat, Code, or Visual Edit—to match the task and avoid wasted effort. Use version history to preview, restore, and experiment without losing progress. Accept Visual Edit as functional Tailwind-level output rather than pixel-perfect design and prioritize shipping workable interfaces over perfect visuals.
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