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

# Prompting guide

# Prompting guide: writing effective prompts in Niles

Niles is built to turn your ideas into fully working apps—fast. All you need is a clear description of what you want, and Niles does the heavy lifting. No jargon, no setup headaches, just a prompt and a spark.

### The Four Keys to a Great Prompt

1. **Be clear and specific**\
   Say who the app is for, what it should do, and the essentials.\
   *Example: “An app to help fitness coaches manage clients’ workout plans and track weekly progress.”*
2. **Describe the journey**\
   Outline how users move through your app: sign in, create, track, share. The more intuitive your flow, the smoother Niles builds it.
3. ****Focus on what, not how****\
   Tell Niles what you want—features, style, vibe—and it handles the code, backend, and logic.
4. **Iterate and refine**\
   Start broad, then layer in details. Each tweak sharpens your app closer to your vision.

### Prompt Blueprints

* **Who / What / Why**

  > **WHO:** Independent consultants\
  > **WHAT:** Manage clients, contracts, deadlines in one dashboard\
  > **WHY:** Stay organized and never miss a milestone
* **User Story**\
  “As a freelance designer, I want to send branded invoices and track payments so I can stay on top of my cash flow.”
* **Feature List**\
  I’d like to add:\
  • Lead tracker\
  • Outreach funnel (new → contacted → interested → closed)\
  • Notes & reminders per lead

### Niles Power Prompts

| Prompt Style                          | Use Case               | Example                                                                  |
| :------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **“Make it more…” / “Make it less…”** | Adjust tone & layout   | “Make the call-to-action bolder because it’s the final step users take.” |
| **“Add a…” / “Remove the…”**          | Add or remove features | “Add a comment section under each task.”                                 |
| **“Change \[this] to \[that]”**       | Rename or redesign     | “Change ‘Submit’ to ‘Send Request’ to match our friendly voice.”         |
| **“It should feel like…”**            | Style & vibe           | “Like a mashup of Duolingo’s fun with Notion’s clean design.”            |
| **“Add logic for…”**                  | Smart behaviors        | “Send a reminder if a user hasn’t logged in for 3 days.”                 |
| **“Group or organize…”**              | Structure              | “Group tasks by category so users can find them faster.”                 |
| **“Let users…”**                      | Empower features       | “Let users upload documents and tag them for easy search.”               |

### Build in Layers

1. **Start simple:**\
   *“A habit tracker with streaks and reminders.”*
2. **Add depth:**\
   *“Now group habits into themes like Health and Productivity.”*
3. **Refine the vibe:**\
   *“Use color-coded cards and playful emojis.”*

### Quick Niles Checklist

* Don’t overthink your first prompt—just start.
* Add context: say *why* it matters.
* Use “feels like…” to reference apps you love.
* Keep it natural. Just talk to Niles.

### When You Get Stuck

* Try rewording with more context.
* Check the **Prompt Library** for examples.
* Or brainstorm in **Discuss Mode** before locking changes.

### TL;DR

With Niles, you describe the *idea*. Niles builds the *app*. You refine, layer, and launch—faster than you ever thought possible.