How to Build Apps with Bolt.new

Bolt.new is an AI-powered development platform that generates full-stack applications from text prompts. You can build, modify, and deploy complete web applications without writing code manually.

1. Access Bolt.new and create an account. Navigate to bolt.new in your web browser. Sign up using your GitHub account or email address. The platform requires authentication to save your projects and provide personalized development environments.
2. Start a new project with a detailed prompt. Click the 'New Project' button and describe your application in the text input field. Be specific about functionality, styling preferences, and any integrations you need. For example: 'Create a task management app with user authentication, drag-and-drop functionality, and dark mode toggle.'
3. Review and refine the generated code. Bolt.new will generate a complete application structure including frontend, backend, and configuration files. Examine the file tree on the left panel and click through components to understand the implementation. The preview panel shows your running application in real-time.
4. Modify your app using natural language. Use the chat interface to request changes like 'Add a search bar to the header' or 'Change the color scheme to blue and white.' Bolt.new will update the relevant files automatically. Each modification appears immediately in the preview panel.
5. Test functionality in the preview environment. Interact with your application in the preview panel to test all features. Check responsive design by adjusting the preview window size. Verify that forms submit correctly, navigation works, and any API integrations function as expected.
6. Download or deploy your application. Click the 'Download' button to export your project as a ZIP file containing all source code and dependencies. Alternatively, use the 'Deploy' option to publish directly to platforms like Vercel or Netlify through integrated deployment workflows.