> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://guide.askape.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Quick Start: iOS Get started with Ape AI on your iPhone in 5 minutes. *** ## πŸ“± Step 1: Download the App 1. Open the **App Store** on your iPhone 2. Search for **"ApeAI" (one word!)** 3. Tap **Get** to download 4. Open the app once installed TV 56 > **Requirements:** iOS 18.0 or later | 308.9 MB | Age 18+ *** ## πŸ” Step 2: Create Your Account 1. On the welcome screen, tap **Join the Troop** (**Sign Up)** 2. Enter your email and create a password 3. Verify your email (check your inbox) 4. Log in to the app **Or sign in with:** * Apple * Google *** ## 🎭 Step 3: Choose Your Companion **This is important! Your companion determines how the AI assists you.** Companion Selection **Pick the one that matches your style:** * **πŸ’° Money Monty** – Balanced generalist (primary), 2–5 trades/week * **πŸ“ˆ Maverick** – Momentum swing trader (days to weeks) * **🏦 Sage** – Long‑term investor (fundamentals, buy & hold) * **πŸš€ Blitz** – Experienced day trader (intraday, advanced only) Tap your choice, then tap **Continue**. > πŸ’‘ **Don’t worry**β€”you can change your companion anytime in settings. *** ## πŸ—ΊοΈ Step 4: Take the Tour The app has **3 main tabs** at the bottom: Bottom Navigation ### 1. Chat πŸ’¬ Your AI trading companion. Ask anything! * Quick Action cards for common prompts * Custom questions * Trade setups and analysis ### 2. Discover πŸ“° Market intelligence and news * Ticker carousel (hot stocks) * Personalized news feed * Trending stocks * Themes (stock lists) ### 3. Portfolio πŸ’Ό Track and analyze your holdings * Connect brokerages * View positions * Ask your companion * Get AI analysis *** ## πŸ€– Step 5: Ask Your First Question Let's try the AI Chat: 1. Tap the **Chat** tab (bottom left) 2. You'll see **Quick Action cards**β€”swipe through them 3. Tap **"Major Support and Resistance"** or **"High Open Interest Options"** 4. Wait a few seconds for the AI to respond 5. Review entries, risks, and timeframe Chat with Quick Actions **Or type your own question:** * Tap the text input at bottom * Type: *"What stocks have improving fundamentals this month?"* * Tap send (arrow icon) * Get your answer! *** ## πŸ“ˆ Step 6: Look Up a Stock Let's research a stock: 1. Tap the **Search icon** (top right) 2. Type a ticker symbol (e.g., **"AAPL"**) 3. Tap the result to view the ticker page Stock Search **You'll see:** * Price chart (swipe timeframes) * **AI Snapshot Grades** (A-F ratings) ⭐ * Market stats * Bulls vs Bears sentiment * Company Story * Performance comparison Ticker Page **Tap any Snapshot Grade card to expand** and see the full AI analysis. *** ## 🎨 Step 7: Create Your First Theme Themes are like custom stock screeners: 1. Go to **Discover** tab 2. Scroll down and tap **More Themes** 3. Click **"Create a theme"** 4. Type your criteria in natural language: * *"Tech stocks under \$50 with positive earnings"* * *"Dividend stocks with 5%+ yield"* * *"EV companies with strong momentum"* 5. Name your theme 6. Save and track it! *** ## πŸ’Ό Step 8: Set Up Portfolio (Optional) Want to track your investments? 1. Tap the **Portfolio** tab 2. Tap **Connect** a brokerage Portfolio **Two options:** Portfolio ### Option A: Ape Paper Trading (FREE) πŸ“„ Perfect for beginners! Practice with virtual money. 1. See "APE AI Paper Trading" at the top 2. Tap **Claim Account** 3. Start practicing risk-free! ### Option B: Connect Real Brokerage 🏦 1. Choose your brokerage from the list 2. Follow the connection steps 3. Your positions sync automatically *** ## ⚑ Quick Tips for iOS ### Gestures * **Swipe left/right** on Quick Action cards * **Tap to expand** Snapshot Grade cards * **Swipe back** from left edge to go back * **Pull down to refresh** news and data ### Navigation * **Bottom tabs** for main sections * **Top search icon** for quick stock lookups * **Profile icon** (top left) for settings ### Quick Actions * Use **Quick Action cards** in Chat for common tasks * They're faster than typing! *** ## 🎯 What's Next? Now that you're set up: **Complete Your Profile:** * [Choose Your Companion](../features/companions/) (if you haven't) * [Connect a Brokerage](../Features/Brokerage/connecting) **Learn the Features:** * [AI Chat Basics](../features/) * [Understanding Snapshot Grades](../Features/Ticker/snapshot-grades) * [What Are Themes?](../features/themes/) **Try a Workflow:** * [My First Stock Research](../Use-Cases/Beginner/first-research/) * [Premarket Day Trading Routine](../Use-Cases/Advanced/premarket-routine/) *** ## ❓ Need Help? * [Contact Support](../support) *** **Welcome to the ape army! πŸ¦πŸš€** Ready to find some alpha on the web instead? β†’ [Web Quick Start](/getting-started/quick-start-web)