# Welcome
## to **your first** gingko tree.
You can use it to write and organize your thoughts, ideas, and projects.

Watch the <a href="javascript:;" class="trigger" title="Keyboard shortcuts (?)" data-action="modal:show:video">"Getting started" video</a> first, 
if you haven't seen it (< 90 seconds). 

## How do I use Gingko?

- Use Mouse to edit, remove and create new cards
- Use <a href="javascript:;" class="trigger" title="Keyboard shortcuts (?)" data-action="modal:show:markdown">markdown</a> for formatting
- Access the <a href="javascript:;" class="trigger" title="Keyboard shortcuts (?)" data-action="modal:show:shortcuts">keyboard shortcuts reference sheet</a> using key `?`
![](https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1682963/Gingko/keyboard.png)

## To start a New Tree
![](https://dl.dropbox.com/s/nfwsay7bsrz7fja/New-Tree.png)


## Find out more: [FAQ & Resources](https://gingkoapp.com/faq)
You can access **resources**, **examples**, **templates** and get more help at the FAQ:

(Click the ![](https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1682963/Gingko/cogwheel.png) icon, at top right then "[FAQ & Resources](https://gingkoapp.com/faq)").