Getting Started
How do I stop the AI Agent while it's working on a request?
How do I stop the AI Agent while it's working on a request?
Click the Stop button at any time during processing.When you stop Solid during a request:
- The current operation will stop immediately
- Your codebase will remain unchanged
- You can start a new request immediately
How do I restore my previous version?
How do I restore my previous version?
The Restore button undoes changes made by a specific Solid request. This button appears only after the AI completes the request.When you click Restore:This is useful when:
- Your codebase will revert to its exact state before that request
- The changes Solid made during that request will be removed
- Any subsequent changes (manual or through other tools) will also be removed
Note: Restoring is permanent. If you’ve made any manual changes since that request, make sure to back them up before clicking Restore.
- You’re not satisfied with the output
- You want to try a different prompt
- You need to quickly restore a previous working version
Database & Local Development
How do I access the database?
How do I access the database?
Just like in any real software, there’s always a separate database for development and for production.
Development Database
The link to the database is:[your-preview-app-url]/codapt/dbExample: If your preview app’s address is https://preview-p9pdfsan2j5n10yr7ihs2y.codapt.app, then the database link is https://preview-p9pdfsan2j5n10yr7ihs2y.codapt.app/codapt/dbProduction Database
The link to the database is:[YourProjectName].codapt.app/codapt/dbLog in using the password. You can ask Solid AI for your ADMIN_PASSWORD if you don’t have it at hand. You can also find your password in your project’s .env file, stored as ADMIN_PASSWORD.How do I run my project locally?
How do I run my project locally?
Every Solid project comes with built-in hosting, so when your app is ready, the only thing left to do is publish, put it to use, and share it with your friends or community.You can also run it locally by following these steps:
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Install Docker Desktop
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Set up IDE
- Download your favorite IDE (VSCode, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.)
- Install Solid Extension into the IDE
- Download your project if you started it in the web version and open it with the IDE
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Run the project
- Open the terminal inside the IDE
- Run the following command:
- Once the logs stop scrolling, go to http://localhost:8000
If you see an error: wait a few minutes. If it persists, copy the frontend and backend logs to Solid in the extension and explain when it happened.
File Management
How do I download/export my project code repository from the web version?
How do I download/export my project code repository from the web version?
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Access Options
Click on the “Options” button in your project interface
2
Export
Select “Export” from the dropdown menu
3
Download
Your project will be packaged and downloaded as a ZIP file
How do I add images/videos to my project?
How do I add images/videos to my project?
Uploading images through the web version is only for explanatory purposes—it doesn’t actually add the image to your project (e.g., as a background).
Option 1: Google Drive
- Upload to Google Drive
- Copy the link in public format
- Send the link to Solid in your prompt
Option 2: Local Files (Recommended)
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Download Extension
Download and install our extension
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Open Code Repository
If you started in the web version, download it first, then open in your IDE
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Add Images
Add images (under 5 MB) to the “public” folder
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Reference in Prompts
Tell Solid to use the images from the “public” folder
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Refresh if Needed
If the image doesn’t appear once the app is built, re-add the image and click “Refresh preview manually”
Troubleshooting
I'm getting an error when I try to do something
I'm getting an error when I try to do something
Send this prompt to Solid:Example: “when I tried to click the Create Deal button, I saw this error: code: invalid_string, validation: datetime, message: Invalid datetime, path: closeDate”
I only see a white screen
I only see a white screen
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Check Logs
Find logs in the “Settings” button or “View Cloud Logs”
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Send to Solid
Use this prompt:
I see a 'Not found' message
I see a 'Not found' message
This usually means that feature isn’t built yet. Send this prompt:
Technical Questions
What's the tech stack of web apps generated by Solid?
What's the tech stack of web apps generated by Solid?
Solid generates real, solid full-stack web apps using modern technologies:
Frontend
- Framework: React 18 + TypeScript
- Styling: Tailwind CSS
- Build Tool: Vite
- Testing: Vitest/React Testing Library
Backend
- Framework: Node.js (with tRPC for API layer)
- Language: TypeScript
- Database: SQLite (development) / PostgreSQL (production)
- ORM: Prisma
Features
- Authentication (context and procedures)
- CRUD operations for core entities
- File upload support (MinIO integration)
- Testing: Jest for backend unit/integration tests
DevOps
- Containerization: Docker (multi-service setup, Nginx reverse proxy)
- Linting/Formatting: ESLint, Prettier
- UTF-8: Default encoding for Node.js/TypeScript projects
How is Solid different from other AI coding tools?
How is Solid different from other AI coding tools?
Solid generates real production software, not toys:
- No Supabase shortcuts - We write real backend code
- No prefab backend tools - Custom, scalable architecture
- No vendor lock-ins - You own your code completely
- Production-ready - Built for scale from day one
- Full customization - Every part of the stack is modifiable
Why is Solid better than Lovable/Bolt?
Why is Solid better than Lovable/Bolt?
Lovable markets itself as building “full-stack apps,” but in practice they’re very limited prototypes with weak security and little extensibility. The code isn’t structured to support serious projects - no real developer would use this backend for a real project.You can even hack your Lovable project in no time: audit your project security for free now.Solid builds web apps EXACTLY like a real developer would.See proof: Reddit discussion about Lovable
Billing & Credits
How do I get more credits?
How do I get more credits?
To manage your credits and subscription:
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Go to Billing
Visit app.trysolid.com > Billing
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Subscribe or Buy Credits
- To subscribe: Click “Subscribe”
- To buy extra credits: Use the web interface
Important: Do not use the old Stripe links that were previously sent by email. Always use the current billing interface.
Advanced Features
Can I import projects from Lovable?
Can I import projects from Lovable?
Yes! You can easily import and enhance Lovable projects:Migration Prompt:
From Web Version
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Create New Project
Go to app.trysolid.com and create a new project
2
Import
Click “import from lovable” and upload the ZIP file from GitHub
From Extension
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Setup
- Download Windsurf or Cursor
- Install Solid Extension
- Create a new project using the extension
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Import
- Download the project from Lovable and rename the folder to “lovable-mockup”
- Add this folder to your repository
- Click “Refresh preview manually”
- Send the migration prompt
Getting Help
Where can I get additional support?
Where can I get additional support?
We offer multiple ways to get help:
Community Support
- Discord Community: Join our Discord
- Email Support: hello@codapt.ai
Professional Help
- Engineering Support: Hire a real engineer for 30 minutes ($90) by booking an appointment
Self-Help Resources
- Use our prompt helper tool
- Browse our prompt examples
- Check out apps built with Solid
Remember: Solid understands your project deeply at every step but doesn’t remember past chat messages by design. Always provide complete context in your prompts!