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Tips for Getting the Most Out of Nextcloud

After completing (or skipping) the tour, here are some tips to keep exploring.

1. Explore the App Menu

  • Click around the apps in the left sidebar
  • Try Files, Calendar, Contacts, Mail
  • Each app has its own helpful features

2. Customize Your Settings

  • Go to Personal Settings (top-right menu)
  • Set up your email, profile picture, and language
  • Configure security settings like two-factor authentication

3. Connect Your Devices

  • Download the Nextcloud mobile app (iOS / Android)
  • Install the desktop client for automatic file sync
  • Configure calendar sync with your phone

4. Learn a Few Keyboard Shortcuts

  • / — Quick search
  • N — Create a new file (in the Files app)
  • U — Upload files (in the Files app)

5. Get Help When Needed

  • Click the ? (Help) icon in the top right
  • Visit the Nextcloud Documentation
  • Ask your administrator if you have questions

Quick Reference Card

Starting the Tour

  • Automatic — wait a few seconds on first login
  • Manual — Personal Settings → IntroVox → Restart tour now

During the Tour

  • Next — click button or press Enter
  • Back — click button or press Backspace
  • Close — click ✕ or press Escape

Managing the Tour

  • Skip permanently — click Skip and don't show again on the welcome step
  • Disable later — Personal Settings → IntroVox → check Permanently disable
  • Restart anytime — Personal Settings → IntroVox → Restart tour now

Getting Help

  • Can't see the tour? Check Personal Settings → IntroVox
  • Wrong language? Check Personal Settings → Language
  • Still stuck? Contact your administrator

Need More Help?

Contact Your Administrator

Your Nextcloud administrator can:

  • Enable or disable the tour
  • Add support for additional languages
  • Customize tour content for your organization
  • Help with technical issues

Nextcloud Community

IntroVox Support

  • Report issues — GitHub Issues
  • Feature requests — Contact your administrator or submit on GitHub