How to Use Slab

Getting started with Slab

In this guide, you’ll learn how to set up Slab as your internal knowledge base and create your first document. By the end, you'll be able to efficiently share information and use the powerful search features to find what you need.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to slab.com.
2. Click on the “Get Started” button located at the top right corner of the homepage.
3. Enter your email address and create a password, then click "Sign Up."
4. Once you verify your email, log in to your new Slab account.
5. Follow the prompts to set up your team name and invite team members if needed. You can skip this step if you want to start solo.

Step 2: Your first document

1. On the left sidebar, click the “+ New” button.
2. Select “Document” from the dropdown menu.
3. Give your document a title in the "Untitled Document" field.
4. Use the rich text editor to add content. You can format text, insert images, and create lists using the toolbar at the top.
5. Once finished, click the “Save” button at the top right to save your document.

Step 3: Get better results

1. To organise your documents, click on the “+ New” button again and select “Folder” to create categories for your documents.
2. Move related documents into these folders by dragging and dropping them in the left sidebar.
3. Use the search bar at the top to find documents quickly—type keywords and Slab will show results from all connected tools, like Slack and Google Drive.

Pro tip

Take advantage of Slab’s keyboard shortcuts. For example, press Cmd + K (Mac) or Ctrl + K (Windows) to quickly search for documents or create new ones without having to navigate through menus.

Common mistake to avoid

Many users forget to set permissions for their documents. If you want to share specific documents with team members, ensure you adjust the sharing settings in the document options to allow access.