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

# FAQ

> Short answers to the questions most users run into while building with Rushed.

## Do I need to know the full tech stack before I start?

No. You can begin with a product-level prompt and refine from there.

## What is the fastest way to get a good result?

Start with a clear prompt, review the first output, then iterate in small steps instead of rewriting the whole brief every time.

## When should I use chat versus Quick Edit?

Use chat for broader changes across files or structure. Use Quick Edit for a tight local change to selected code.

## Can I point Rushed at a specific file?

Yes. In a project conversation, type `@` and choose the file you want to reference.

## What if the preview does not start?

Open Preview settings and set the install and start commands manually. This is common after importing projects with non-default scripts.

## Can Rushed build apps with real backend features now?

Yes. When the project needs sign-in, saved data, uploads, or other server-side behavior, Rushed can connect a managed backend from inside the project.

## Will I need to enter every env variable by hand?

No. Platform-managed values are stored automatically. You are only asked for third-party service keys that Rushed cannot generate itself.

## Does Rushed save my edits automatically?

Yes. Text file edits in the editor autosave.

## Can I import an existing GitHub repo?

Yes, if your plan and GitHub connection support it. Import creates a new Rushed project from the repository URL.

## Can I export my work back to GitHub?

Yes. Export creates a repository from your current project and gives you a GitHub link when it finishes.

## Why did I get a credits error?

Usually one of these is true:

* there is no active subscription
* your balance is empty
* you hit the daily credit cap
* you hit the daily token limit

## What kind of prompts work best?

Prompts with user context, a clear outcome, and a quality bar usually outperform implementation-only instructions. See [Prompting Best Practices](/getting-started/prompting-best-practices).