Getting Started with PiccoLeap
Create Your Account
Sign up at piccoleap.com/signup using your Google account. Once authenticated you will land on your personal dashboard.
Dashboard Overview
The dashboard is your home base. From here you can:
- Create new documents using the "New Document" button
- Browse recent work in the document list
- Access templates for common higher-ed writing tasks
- Manage settings including your voice profile and billing
Creating Your First Document
- Click New Document from the dashboard
- Choose a document type (grant proposal, donor letter, report, etc.)
- Give your document a descriptive title
- Start writing in the rich-text editor
Choosing a Document Type
PiccoLeap offers specialized document types tailored to higher education:
| Type | Best For |
|---|---|
| Grant Proposal | Funding applications and research grants |
| Donor Communication | Thank-you letters, appeals, and updates |
| Annual Report | Year-end summaries and impact statements |
| Strategic Plan | Institutional goals and roadmaps |
| General | Any other professional document |
Each type provides contextual AI suggestions tuned to that format.
Basic Editing
The editor supports rich text formatting:
- Bold, italic, and underline
- Headings (H1 through H3)
- Bulleted and numbered lists
- Tables and images
- Links
Use the toolbar at the top of the editor or standard keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl/Cmd+B for bold, etc.).
Saving and Organizing
Documents save automatically as you type. Use the dashboard to:
- Search documents by title or content
- Sort by date modified or created
- Delete documents you no longer need
Your work is always backed up in the cloud and accessible from any device.