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--- mistudio:getting_started:create_project [2026/06/20 13:47] – [If MIStudio Does Not Open] tputman
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-===== Opening MIStudio =====
+===== Creating a Project =====
-This page explains how to open MIStudio after it has been installed and configured.
+This page explains the basic process for creating a project in MIStudio.
 ==== Overview ====
-MIStudio is normally opened from a desktop icon, shortcut, or application launcher.
+An MIStudio project is the main container for an application or system. A project can include applications, graphics, images, drivers, targets, components, and other project resources.
-When MIStudio starts, the user may be prompted to select a workspace location and project name. For a first project or first-time setup, select the **Demo** project. After Demo opens, a new project can be created from inside MIStudio.
+Projects are used to organize the screens and resources needed for a dashboard, operator interface, monitoring system, or other industrial application.
-==== Startup Screen ====
+==== Before Creating a Project ====
-{{:mistudio:getting_started:pasted:IMAGE_NAME.png?650|MIStudio Setup Wizard showing workspace location and project name}}
+Before creating a project, MIStudio should already be open.
-//MIStudio Setup Wizard showing the workspace location and project name selection.//
+It is helpful to know what the project will be used for before creating it.
-==== Basic Startup Steps ====
+For example, a project might be created for:
-  * Find the MIStudio icon or shortcut on the desktop, Start menu, or application launcher.
+  * A production dashboard
-  * Double-click the MIStudio icon.
+  * A tool or equipment interface
-  * Wait for the MIStudio Setup Wizard or startup screen to appear.
+  * A data monitoring display
-  * Confirm the workspace location.
+  * A reporting or visualization application
-  * Select **Demo** from the Project Name list for the first project.
+  * A customer-specific system
-  * Click **OK**.
-  * Wait for MIStudio to finish loading.
-==== What to Expect ====
+==== Basic Steps ====
-After MIStudio opens, the selected project appears in the main MIStudio window.
+  * Click **File**, then select the option to create a new project.
+  * Enter a project name.
+  * Confirm the new project.
+  * Select a target, either MIX or AWS.
+  * Click **OK**.
-For a first-time user, opening the Demo project provides a starting point. From there, the user can explore the MIStudio interface and create a new project.
+==== Choosing a Project Name ====
-The main MIStudio window includes the project tree, menus, properties panel, and other tools used to build or edit applications.
+Use a project name that clearly describes the purpose of the project.
-==== Creating a New Project After Opening Demo ====
+Good project names are usually short, descriptive, and easy to recognize later.
-After Demo opens, a new project can be created from inside MIStudio.
+Examples:
-This keeps the first startup process simple:
+  * ProductionDashboard
+  * ToolStatusDisplay
+  * FabMonitoring
+  * CustomerDemo
+  * LineOneOverview
-  * Open MIStudio.
+Avoid names that are vague or difficult to recognize later. It is also best to avoid spaces or special characters in project names unless your MIStudio version specifically supports them.
-  * Select **Demo**.
-  * Let MIStudio load.
-  * Create a new project from the MIStudio menu when ready.
-See [[mistudio:getting_started:create_project|Creating a Project]] for the next steps.
+==== After the Project Is Created ====
-==== If MIStudio Does Not Open ====
+After creating a project, the project appears in the MIStudio project tree.
-If MIStudio does not open from the icon or shortcut:
+The next step is usually to create an application inside the project. Applications are where screens, graphics, controls, and related application behavior are built.
-  * Try opening MIStudio again.
-  * Confirm that the computer is connected to any required network or system resources.
-  * Confirm that the MIStudio shortcut has not been moved or deleted.
-  * Contact the system administrator or support team if the problem continues.
 ==== Getting Started Flow ====
-Previous: [[mistudio:getting_started:what_is_mistudio|What is MIStudio?]]
+Previous: [[mistudio:getting_started:project_structure|MIStudio Project Structure]]
-Next: [[mistudio:getting_started:project_structure|MIStudio Project Structure]]
+Next: [[mistudio:getting_started:create_application|Creating an Application]]
 ==== Related Pages ====
-* [[mistudio:getting_started:start|MIStudio Getting Started]]
+  * [[mistudio:getting_started:start|MIStudio Getting Started]]
-* [[mistudio:getting_started:what_is_mistudio|What is MIStudio?]]
+  * [[mistudio:getting_started:opening_mistudio|Opening MIStudio]]
-* [[mistudio:getting_started:project_structure|MIStudio Project Structure]]
+  * [[mistudio:getting_started:project_structure|MIStudio Project Structure]]
-* [[mistudio:getting_started:create_project|Creating a Project]]
+  * [[mistudio:getting_started:create_application|Creating an Application]]
+  * [[mistudio:design_editor:start|MIStudio Design Editor]]