> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.edgeanalyzer.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get up and running with Edge Analyzer in under 5 minutes

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

* An active trading account with a supported platform, OR a trade history export file (CSV/HTML)
* Your broker credentials ready (for live connections)
* A modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)

## Step 1: Create Your Account

<Steps>
  <Step title="Sign Up">
    Go to [app.edgeanalyzer.com/signup](https://app.edgeanalyzer.com/signup) and create your account using email or Google.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete Onboarding">
    Follow the guided setup wizard to configure your preferences.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 2: Connect Your First Platform

Navigate to **Connections** in the sidebar and click **Add Connection**.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Rithmic">
    1. Select **Rithmic** as your platform
    2. Enter a connection name (e.g., "Apex Main")
    3. Enter your Rithmic username and password
    4. Select your broker from the dropdown
    5. Click **Connect**

    <Note>
      Your credentials are encrypted and stored securely. We never store plain-text passwords.
    </Note>
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Tradovate">
    1. Select **Tradovate** as your platform
    2. Enter a connection name (e.g., "Tradovate Live")
    3. Click **Authorize with Tradovate**
    4. Log in to your Tradovate account
    5. Approve the connection
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="ProjectX">
    1. Select **ProjectX** as your platform
    2. Enter a connection name (e.g., "ProjectX Eval")
    3. Enter your ProjectX username
    4. Enter your API key
    5. Click **Connect**
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Import Trades">
    If you don't have a live connection, you can import trade history files:

    1. Go to **Get Started** or **Trades** → **Import Trades**
    2. Select your platform (Rithmic, Tradovate, MT5, MT4, or TradingView)
    3. Select your exchange/prop firm
    4. Upload your trade history file (CSV or HTML)
    5. Confirm your account details and currency
    6. Preview and import your trades

    <Tip>
      For MT5 and MT4, deposits and withdrawals are also detected and can be imported as purchases/payouts automatically.
    </Tip>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Step 3: Discover Accounts

Once connected, Edge Analyzer automatically discovers all accounts under that connection.

1. Go to **Accounts** in the sidebar
2. Your accounts will appear with their current balance and status
3. Click on any account to view details or configure settings

<Info>
  Accounts are synced automatically. You can also click the refresh button to manually sync.
</Info>

## Step 4: Set Up Copy Trading (Optional)

If you want to copy trades between accounts:

1. Go to **Copy Trading** → **Groups**
2. Click **Create Group**
3. Select a **Leader Account** (the account you trade on)
4. Add **Follower Accounts** (accounts that will copy trades)
5. Configure copy ratio and risk settings
6. Click **Create**

<Warning>
  Make sure your leader account has an active WebSocket connection before placing trades.
</Warning>

## Step 5: Create Your First Journal Entry

Document your trading session:

1. Go to **Journal** in the sidebar
2. Click **New Entry**
3. Write about your trading session, market analysis, or trade review
4. Link specific trades using the trade picker
5. Add setup and emotional state tags
6. Click **Save**

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Connection Deep Dive" icon="plug" href="/connections/overview">
    Learn about advanced connection settings and troubleshooting.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Copy Trading Guide" icon="copy" href="/copy-trading/overview">
    Master the copy trading system with advanced configurations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Journaling Best Practices" icon="book" href="/guides/journaling-best-practices">
    Learn how to journal effectively for trading improvement.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Analytics Overview" icon="chart-line" href="/analytics/dashboard">
    Understand your performance metrics and AI insights.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>