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# Creating a new Project

Let's walk through how to create an Ad-Hoc study from scratch:

## Step 1: Create

* Click on Create New Project at the top right of your screen. Choose "New Forsta Decipher Project".

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* Select **Create Ad-hoc Study**, then click **Continue**.

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## Step 2: Set Up

* **Choose a template** from the dropdown.
* **Enter a survey name**.
* By default, the survey is saved in the root directory.
* To store it in a specific location within Decipher, check **"Use Decipher Custom Subdirectory & Path"** and enter the directory and path as needed.

Click **Continue**.

## Step 3: Upload Files

* Upload your **questionnaire file** and any other supporting documents.
* Click **Continue**.

## Step 4: AI Skill Selection

* Choose an **AI Specialization Level** based on your survey needs:
  * **Basic Survey**
  * **Advanced Survey**

Click **Start Programming** to begin building your survey.


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