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

# Fundamentals Overview

> In this section, we'll step through a typical workflow from creating an artboard all the way to exporting your first Rive file. Before we get started, check out our brief overview of the interface to familiarise yourself with the various sections and modes.

> [!NOTE]
>
> Prefer to watch a series of short videos to follow visually? Check out our [Rive 101](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLujDTZWVDSsFGonP9kzAnvryowW098-p3) playlist!

## Explore

> [card] [Interface Overview](https://rive.app/docs/editor/interface-overview/)
>
> Take a tour of the Rive editor to familiarize yourself with the various sections and modes.

> [card] [Artboards](https://rive.app/docs/editor/fundamentals/artboards.md)
>
> Artboards are the foundation of your composition across both design and [animate mode](https://rive.app/docs/editor/fundamentals/design-vs-animate-mode). Learn how to create and manage artboards within a file.

> [card] [Shapes and Paths](https://rive.app/docs/editor/fundamentals/shapes-and-paths-overview.md)
>
> Start creating assets to work with, and learn about the nuances between shapes and paths.

> [card] [Importing Assets](https://rive.app/docs/editor/fundamentals/importing-assets.md)
>
> Import your assets by dragging and dropping them onto the Rive Editor. You can import SVG, JSON, PNG, PSD, and JPG formats.

> [card] [Exporting](https://rive.app/docs/editor/exporting/)
>
> Instructions on exporting your Rive files.