> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.apers.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Creating a Playbook

> Learn how to create a new playbook using Express or Precision Mode

Creating a playbook is simple. You can let Apers build it for you, or define every detail yourself.

## Getting Started

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Playbooks">
    Go to the left panel and click **Playbooks**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create new">
    Click the **Create New Playbook** button.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose your mode">
    Select **Express Mode** or **Precision Mode**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Express Mode

Let Apers build your playbook automatically.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select Express Mode">
    Click **Express Mode** from the options.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Describe your strategy">
    A text box appears. Describe your investment criteria, target returns, property preferences, and deal requirements.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Let Apers create it">
    Apers extracts and structures your playbook automatically.
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Example description:**

> "We target value-add multifamily in the Southeast US. Deal size between $20M-$50M. Minimum IRR of 15%, prefer properties built after 1990 with value-add potential through renovations."

<Info>
  Express Mode is great when you want to get started quickly without filling out every field manually.
</Info>

## Precision Mode

Define every detail with full control.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select Precision Mode">
    Click **Precision Mode** from the options.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill out Investment Thesis">
    Define what you're investing in and why.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set your Criteria">
    Add must-pass rules and return targets.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review and Save">
    Check everything and click **Save** to create your playbook.
  </Step>
</Steps>

See the next pages for details on each section of Precision Mode.