Quick Start
First Steps
1. Configure AI Provider
Before generating diaries, you need to set up an AI provider:
- Go to Settings
- Select your AI provider (Groq is recommended for free, fast inference)
- Enter your API key
- Click "Test Connection" to verify
- Save settings
2. Log Your First Event
Navigate to Today and start logging events:
- Type your event and press Enter
- Use the type buttons to change event category
- Events are timestamped automatically
- Location is captured if you allow browser permission
3. Generate Your Diary
When you're ready to lock in your day:
- Click Generate Diary Page
- Wait for AI processing
- Your diary page appears with a generated title
Once generated, events become locked (immutable). To unlock, delete the diary page.
4. Rewrite if Needed
Click Rewrite to regenerate with additional instructions:
- Add context like "Make it more detailed"
- Focus on specific topics
- Adjust the tone or style
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
Ctrl + J |
Quick add event |
Ctrl + K |
Search |
Tips
- Log events throughout the day for richer diaries
- Use the calendar view to browse past days
- Export your data regularly for backup
- Try different AI providers for varied writing styles