# Creating a New Project

Starting a new project in Fater is simple and can be done from either the Dashboard or directly within the Editor view if you already have another project open.

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### Method 1: Creating from the Dashboard

This is the most common way to start when you first log in or are managing your existing projects.

1. Navigate to your **Fater Dashboard**.
2. Ensure one of the project list tabs is active in the Left Sidebar (e.g., **"My Projects"** 📁 or **"Favourites"** ⭐).
3. In the header bar above the Main Content Area, click the **`+ New`** button. *(Placeholder: Add screenshot)*
4. A new project is created instantly.

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### Method 2: Creating from Within the Editor

If you are already working inside a project in the Editor, you can create a new one without going back to the Dashboard.

1. Locate the **Global Sidebar** on the far left of the Editor screen.
2. Click the **Menu** icon (☰) at the top of the sidebar.
3. From the menu that appears, select **"New Project"**. *(Placeholder: Add screenshot)*
4. A new project is created.

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### What Happens Next?

* **Automatic Naming:** Fater automatically assigns a name to your new project, usually based on the current date and time (e.g., "Project 05-15 14H30:15"). You can easily rename this later. *(See* [project-actions-from-the-dashboard](https://fater.gitbook.io/fater-ai-docs/project-actions-from-the-dashboard "mention")*)*
* **Opens in Editor:** Regardless of which method you use, Fater will immediately **open the newly created project** in the **Image Editor** mode, presenting you with a blank canvas ready for you to add layers or start generating content.
* **Saving:** Remember, Fater saves your project progress automatically after 5 seconds of inactivity.

You are now ready to start working on your new Fater project!