Create a New Project: Manual vs Template vs AI

What are the choices? #

When you create a project, you usually pick one of these modes:

  • Manual creation — build the project step by step yourself.
  • Template creation — start from a ready-made project setup.
  • AI-assisted creation — let the system suggest or build the project automatically.

Note: This guide describes the most common options. Your version of DataUnfold may show slightly different labels or available buttons.

1. Manual creation — start from scratch #

This is the most flexible choice.

  • You create a new project with your own title and description.
  • You choose tags, settings, and files later.
  • You do not use a preset structure.

Best for: unique work, custom projects, or new workflows.

2. Template creation — use a ready-made setup #

This is the fastest way if your work follows a familiar pattern.

  • You pick a template from a list.
  • The template already sets up common options, tags, and actions.
  • The project is created with default settings ready to use.

Best for: repeatable work, standard reports, or consistent project types.

3. AI-assisted creation — let the app help #

This option uses AI to suggest or build the project for you.

  • The app may suggest the best tags, settings, or project flow.
  • The system can help choose a starting point when you are unsure.
  • Some AI flows create the project from a short description or example.

Best for: new users, uncertain setup, or guided project creation.

How to choose #

  • Choose manual when you want full control and custom setup.
  • Choose template when you want a quick start and repeatable structure.
  • Choose AI-assisted when you want the app to suggest the setup and do more of the work.

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Updated on avril 23, 2026