How to Use Otio

Getting started with Otio

With Otio, you'll streamline your research and writing process for academic papers, videos, and articles. In just a few steps, you’ll learn how to gather, organise, and summarise information effectively.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to otio.ai.
2. Click on the "Sign Up" button located at the top right corner of the homepage.
3. Enter your email address and create a password, or sign up using your Google account.
4. Confirm your email address by checking your inbox for a verification link.
5. Log in to your new account.

Step 2: Your first research project

1. After logging in, click on the "New Project" button from the dashboard.
2. Enter a title for your project and a brief description.
3. Use the "Add Source" button to input links to articles, academic papers, or videos you want to research.
4. Once sources are added, click on each one to let Otio analyse and summarise the content.
5. After processing, you can view the summaries in the "Notes" section, which automatically organises key points for you.

Step 3: Get better results

1. To refine your summaries, use the "Refine Note" feature to edit or expand upon the AI-generated notes.
2. Experiment with different source types (e.g., academic papers vs. web articles) to see which yields the best insights.
3. Use the "Export" option to download your notes in various formats such as PDF or Word, which can be useful for integrating into your writing.

Pro tip

Take advantage of the "Bookmark" feature to save important sections from your sources for quick reference later. This will save you time when you need to revisit specific points.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid adding too many sources at once without organising them first. This can lead to confusion in your notes and make it harder to find relevant information later. Start with a few key sources, then expand as needed.