Getting Started with Cleve - Your Complete Guide

Welcome to Cleve! Whether you're a busy founder, marketer, student, or aspiring creator, this guide will help you get started with creating content that actually sounds like you.

By the end of this tutorial, you'll know how to:

Capture ideas quickly (text, voice, or images)
Use AI chat to develop your thoughts
Create content drafts that match your voice
Organize your work with categories
Export and publish your content

Let's dive in.

Step 1: Sign Up and Download

Web App

Visit app.cleve.ai and sign in with:

Google
Apple
Email

The web app is perfect for long-form writing and deep focus sessions on your laptop.

Mobile App

Download Cleve from the App Store or Play Store.

The mobile app is ideal for capturing ideas on the go - whether you're commuting, in a meeting, or struck by inspiration.

Step 2: Capture Your First Idea

Ideas are the foundation of great content. Cleve makes it easy to capture them in whatever format works best for you.

Option 1: Text

Tap the "+" button and type your idea. This could be:

A random thought
Something you learned
A story you want to share
A question you're exploring

Example:

Been thinking about how AI is changing content creation.
Most tools just spit out generic stuff, but what if AI could
actually learn YOUR voice?

Option 2: Voice Note

Tap the microphone icon and start talking. Cleve will transcribe your voice note automatically.

This is perfect for:

Capturing thoughts while driving
Recording meeting insights
Thinking out loud

Tip: Don't worry about being perfect. Just talk naturally - you can refine it later.

Option 3: Image

Upload screenshots, photos, or saved images. Cleve can extract text and context from images.

Great for:

Screenshots of interesting tweets
Photos of whiteboard sessions
Infographics you want to reference

Step 3: Chat with AI to Develop Your Thoughts

This is where the magic happens. Unlike other AI tools, Cleve's chat remembers your tone, style, and past ideas.

Start a Chat

Tap the chat icon and try these prompts:

Brainstorm:

Help me brainstorm 5 different angles for my idea about AI and content creation

Expand:

Turn this into a LinkedIn post that explains why personalization matters in AI tools

Refine:

Make this sound more conversational and less formal

Research:

Search the web for recent stats on AI content creation adoption

Why Cleve's Chat is Different

Remembers your context: It knows what you've written before
Learns your voice: The more you use it, the better it gets at sounding like you
Pulls from your ideas: Can reference your saved ideas and writings
Web search built-in: No need to switch tabs for research

Step 4: Create Your First Writing

Once you've developed your idea, it's time to create a draft.

Use AI Draft

Select your idea
Tap "AI Draft"
Choose a format:
- LinkedIn post
- Twitter thread
- Blog article
- Newsletter

Cleve will generate a draft based on your idea and writing style.

Edit with the Rich Text Editor

Cleve includes a powerful editor with:

Formatting: Bold, italic, headings, lists
AI edit: Highlight text and ask AI to improve it
In-line suggestions: Get AI help without leaving your draft
Auto-save: Your work is always saved

Try these AI edits:

"Make this shorter"
"Add more emotion here"
"Explain this concept simply"
"Add a hook at the beginning"

Step 5: Organize with Categories

As you create more content, categories help you stay organized.

Create Categories

Go to Settings → Categories
Tap "New Category"
Name it (e.g., "LinkedIn Posts", "Blog Ideas", "Product Updates")
Choose a color

Assign Ideas & Writings

Drag ideas and writings into categories, or use the category picker when creating new content.

Pro tip: Create categories by:

Content type: LinkedIn, Twitter, Blog
Topic: Marketing, Product, Personal Growth
Status: Draft, Ready to Publish, Published

Step 6: Export and Publish

When you're ready to share your content:

Copy to Clipboard

Tap the share icon → Copy. Paste directly into LinkedIn, Twitter, or your blog platform.

Save as Draft

Keep it in Cleve until you're ready. It's saved automatically.

Link Ideas to Writings

Connect related ideas to writings to build your content library. This helps AI understand your thought patterns better.

Pro Tips for Better Results

1. Feed Cleve Your Voice

The more you write, the better Cleve understands your style. Import old posts or write a few pieces manually first.

2. Be Specific in Prompts

Instead of: "Write a post about marketing"

Try: "Write a LinkedIn post about why most marketing feels inauthentic, using a story from my experience as a founder"

3. Use Voice Notes Liberally

Some of the best content comes from casual thoughts. Don't filter yourself - just record and refine later.

4. Iterate with AI

Don't accept the first draft. Ask AI to:

Try a different angle
Make it longer/shorter
Change the tone
Add personal examples

5. Build a Swipe File

Save ideas that resonated well. Reference them when creating similar content.

Common Questions

How does Cleve learn my voice?

Cleve analyzes your writing patterns, word choices, and tone across all your content. The AI adapts to match your unique style.

Can I use Cleve for different types of content?

Yes! Cleve works for:

Social media posts (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)
Blog articles
Newsletters
Email campaigns
Product updates
Case studies

Is my content private?

Yes. Your ideas and writings are private by default. You can share categories with team members if you want.

What if I don't like the AI output?

That's totally normal! Use AI as a starting point, then edit freely. Over time, as Cleve learns your preferences, the outputs will improve.

Can I write without AI?

Absolutely. Cleve's editor works perfectly fine without AI. Use AI only when you want help.

Your First Week Challenge

To get the most out of Cleve, try this:

Day 1-2: Capture 10 ideas (any format) Day 3-4: Chat with AI to develop 3 of those ideas Day 5-6: Create your first 2 drafts using AI Day 7: Publish one piece and organize your content into categories

Next Steps

Now that you know the basics:

Explore AI features: Try different prompts and see what works
Build your library: Capture ideas consistently
Refine your process: Find a workflow that fits your style
Join the community: Share feedback and connect with other creators

Ready to create content that actually sounds like you?

👉 Start using Cleve

Got questions? Drop us a message at hello@cleve.ai or DM us @cleve_ai on Twitter.

Happy creating! 💛