User Guide
Complete guide to using BetterLearn's features for educators and students. Learn how to leverage 200+ AI tools, create quizzes, manage study rooms, and more.
Dashboard • Educator Tools • Student Tools • AI Assistant • Quiz Generation • Flashcard Generator • Study Rooms • Learning Resources • Labs • Credits
🚀 Getting Started
After signing up or logging in, you'll land on your personalized dashboard. Here's what you'll find:
Sign Up / Sign In
Create an account or log in with your existing credentials. BetterLearn uses Clerk for secure authentication.
Explore the Dashboard
Your home base showing quick actions, recent activity, credits balance, and shortcuts to all features.
Purchase Credits
Visit the Subscription page to purchase credits for AI-powered features. New users get free starter credits!
Start Creating
Use Quick Actions to jump into Quiz generation, AI Tools, Study Rooms, or explore Learning Resources.
🏠 Dashboard
The dashboard is your central hub with everything you need at a glance:
Quick Actions
Quiz
Generate AI quizzes
Educator Tools
89 teaching tools
AI Assistant
Multi-model chat
Student Tools
50+ learning tools
Study Rooms
Collaborative spaces
Learning Resources
Curated content
Dashboard Sections
- Stats Bar – Credits balance, active rooms, total generations, saved items
- Recent Generations – Quick access to your latest AI-generated content
- My Library – Saved outputs and favorite resources
- CTA Section – Links to Learning Resources and Study Rooms
👩🏫 Educator Tools (89)
Access over 100 AI-powered tools designed specifically for educators. Navigate to AI Tools → Educator Tools from the sidebar.
Use the search bar to quickly find tools, or filter by category to browse related tools together.
Categories
| Category | Description | Popular Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Instructional Materials | Lesson plans, worksheets, assessments | Lesson Plan, Rubric Generator, Worksheet |
| Communication | Emails, newsletters, reports | Professional Email, Report Card Comments |
| Student Support | IEPs, accommodations, interventions | IEP Generator, Accommodation Suggestions |
| Content Creation | Creative educational content | Image Generator, Song Generator |
| AI Assistant | Chatbots and prompting | Raina, Custom Chatbot, Chat with Docs |
| Assessment & Feedback | Evaluation and proofreading | Writing Feedback, Text Proofreader |
Using a Tool
Select a Tool
Browse or search for a tool. Click on the card to open it.
Fill in the Form
Enter required information like topic, grade level, standards, or other criteria.
Generate
Click Generate. AI will create content based on your inputs (uses credits).
Review & Save
Review the output, make edits if needed. Save to your library or export as PDF.
🎓 Student Tools (50+)
Student-focused AI tools for learning, studying, and practicing. Navigate to Student Hub → Student Tools.
Popular Student Tools
AI Tutor
Get personalized tutoring on any subject. Ask questions and receive step-by-step explanations.
Writing Feedback
Submit your writing and get detailed feedback on grammar, structure, and content.
Study Bot
Interactive study partner for exam prep. Quiz yourself and review concepts.
Quiz Me!
Generate practice questions on any topic to test your knowledge.
Student Tool Categories
- Learning – AI Tutor, Study Bot, Math Review, Step by Step
- Writing – Writing Feedback, Text Rewriter, Sentence Starters
- Research – Research Assistant, Informational Texts
- Creative – Song Generator, Idea Generator, Content Creator
- AI Chatbot – Character Chatbot, Language Tutor, Debate Partner
- Career – College & Career Counselor, SAT Practice
- Tech – Coding Assistant, AI Literacy Bot
💬 AI Assistant
A powerful multi-model AI chat interface. Access via AI Assistant in the sidebar.
Supported AI Models
| Model | Provider | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.0 Flash | Fast responses, general queries | |
| GPT-4o Mini | OpenAI | Balanced performance, creative tasks |
| Claude 3.5 Sonnet | Anthropic | Detailed analysis, long context |
Features
- Model Switching – Switch between AI models mid-conversation
- Chat History – All conversations are saved automatically
- Star Chats – Mark important conversations for quick access
- Rename/Delete – Organize your chat history
- Quick Actions – Pre-built prompts for common tasks
- Feature Cards – Lesson Planner, Rubric Generator, Content Creator shortcuts
Press Enter to send a message. Use Shift + Enter for a new
line.
📝 Quiz Generation
Create AI-powered quizzes from any content. Navigate to Quiz → Generate Quiz.
Input Methods
Text Input
Paste or type any text content and generate questions from it.
PDF Upload
Upload PDF documents. AI extracts and analyzes the content.
Topic
Just enter a topic and let AI generate relevant questions.
URL
Provide a webpage URL to extract and quiz on its content.
Question Types
- Multiple Choice – 4 options with one correct answer
- True/False – Binary true or false questions
- Fill in the Blank – Complete the sentence
- Short Answer – Open-ended text responses
Quiz Settings
- Number of Questions – 3 to 50 questions
- Difficulty – Easy, Medium, Hard
- Timer – Optional time limit per question
- Show Explanations – AI-generated explanations for each answer
Quiz Management
- Quiz History – View all generated quizzes
- Collections – Organize quizzes into folders
- Share – Share quizzes via link or add to shared collections
- Export – Download as PDF for offline use
- Analytics – Track attempt statistics and scores
🎴 Flashcard Generator
Optimize your learning efficiency with AI-generated flashcards and active recall. Navigate to Flashcards in the dashboard sidebar.
Generating Flashcards
Choose Source Type & Input Content
Select **Topic** to write any subject or **Paste Text** to paste specific notes, articles, or lecture transcripts.
Adjust Settings
Choose the number of cards (5 to 30) and the difficulty level (Easy, Medium, Hard).
Generate Deck
Click "Generate Flashcards" (uses 1 credit). You will be redirected to the deck study screen.
Studying with Leitner Spaced Repetition
Flip to Answer
In Study Mode, tap on any card to flip it with a 3D animation and reveal the correct answer.
Rate Your Recall
After flipping, select:
• 🔴 Hard – Moves the card back to Box 1 (frequent review).
• 🟡 Medium – Keeps the card in its current Box.
• 🟢 Easy – Promotes the card to the next Box (less frequent review, up to 14 days).
Review Deck Stats
Track your session statistics, mastered count, and Leitner box distributions directly from the deck dashboard.
👥 Study Rooms
Create collaborative learning spaces for students. Navigate to Student Hub → Study Rooms.
Study Rooms let teachers control exactly which AI tools students can access, keeping learning focused and on-task.
Creating a Room
Click "Create Room"
Enter a room name and optional description (e.g., "Algebra Practice – Period 2").
Assign Tools
Select which Student Tools are available in this room. Students only see these tools.
Add Students
Enter student email addresses to give them access to the room.
Manage
Monitor activity, update tools, add/remove students, or archive the room.
Room Features
- Tool Assignment – Choose exactly which tools students can use
- Student Management – Add students by email
- Status Control – Set rooms as Active or Archived
- Activity Tracking – See tool usage and engagement
📚 Learning Resources
Curated educational materials organized by subject, grade, and type. Navigate to Student Hub → Learning Resources.
Resource Types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Study Guide | Comprehensive topic overviews with key concepts |
| Cheat Sheet | Quick reference cards with formulas and rules |
| Practice | Practice problems and exercises |
| Mini Quiz | Short self-assessment quizzes |
| Vocabulary | Term lists with definitions |
| Reading | Passages with comprehension questions |
| Notes Template | Structured note-taking formats |
| Project | Project-based learning activities |
| Mini Lesson | Self-paced learning modules |
Filtering & Search
- Subject – Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies, etc.
- Grade Band – K-5, 6-8, 9-12
- Difficulty – Easy, Medium, Hard
- Type – Study Guide, Cheat Sheet, Practice, etc.
Using Resources
- Open – View the full resource content
- Save – Add to your personal library
- Filter – Find resources matching your needs
🧪 Labs
Experimental learning features for enhanced studying. Coming Soon!
Labs features are currently under development and will be available in a future update.
Planned Labs Features
Notes → Study Guide
Paste your class notes and transform them into a structured study guide with key concepts, examples, and practice questions.
Flashcards
Generate flashcards from notes or resources. Practice with spaced repetition for better retention.
Focus & Pomodoro
Stay on track with Pomodoro timer, checklists, and study streak tracking.
💰 Credit System
BetterLearn uses a credit-based system for AI-powered features. Navigate to Subscription in the sidebar.
How Credits Work
- Earning Credits – Purchase credit packages or receive bonus credits
- Using Credits – AI tools and quiz generation consume credits
- Tracking – View balance on dashboard and subscription page
- History – See all credit transactions and usage
Subscription Page Features
- Credit Balance – Current available credits
- Purchase Options – Buy credit packages
- Transaction History – View all purchases and usage
New users receive free starter credits to explore the platform. Check your dashboard for your current balance!
📚 My Library
Save and organize your generated content. Access via AI Tools → My Library.
Library Features
- Save Outputs – Save any AI-generated content to your library
- Search & Filter – Find saved items by tool, date, or keyword
- View & Edit – Review and modify saved content
- Export – Download items as PDF
- Delete – Remove items you no longer need
📜 Generation History
Track all your AI generations. Access via AI Tools → Generation History.
- View All Generations – Complete history of everything you've generated
- Filter by Tool – See generations from specific tools
- Quick Actions – Save, regenerate, or delete from history
- Timestamps – See when each item was created
📁 Collections
Organize quizzes into collections for easy management. Access via Quiz → Collections.
Collection Features
- Create Collections – Group related quizzes together
- Add Quizzes – Add quizzes to one or more collections
- Share – Make collections public or share via link
- Collaborate – View shared collections from others
📊 Analytics
Track your learning and teaching performance. Access via Quiz → Analytics.
Available Metrics
- Quiz Performance – Scores, completion rates, time spent
- Question Analysis – Most missed questions, difficulty breakdown
- Progress Tracking – Learning trends over time
- Tool Usage – Most used AI tools and features
⚙️ Profile & Settings
Manage your account settings. Click your profile picture in the header.
- Profile Info – Update name and preferences
- Account Security – Password and authentication settings
- Notifications – Email and in-app notification preferences
- Delete Account – Permanently remove your account and data
💡 Tips & Tricks
Keyboard Shortcuts
Use / to focus search, Esc to close modals, Enter to submit forms.
Favorite Tools
Star your most-used tools for quick access. They appear in a dedicated Favorites section.
Mobile Friendly
BetterLearn works great on tablets and phones. Use the mobile menu to navigate.
Regenerate
Not happy with a result? Click regenerate to get a new output without re-entering info.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Common Issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Generation takes too long | AI processing can take 10-30 seconds. Wait for completion. |
| Out of credits | Visit Subscription page to purchase more credits. |
| PDF not uploading | Ensure file is under 10MB and is a valid PDF. |
| Can't access a tool | Some tools require specific plans. Check your subscription. |
| Chat not responding | Try switching AI models or refreshing the page. |
Can't find what you're looking for? Check the Admin Guide for platform management, or contact support for assistance.