Nody
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Learn how to use Nody to explore ideas with AI.

Welcome to Nody

Nody is a canvas-based AI research workspace that lets you branch conversations freely and compare multiple AI models.

Key Features

  • Branch Freely - Double-click any node to start a new line of inquiry
  • Multi-Model Compare - Ask the same question to GPT-4, Claude, and Gemini
  • Context Groups - Select nodes from different branches to combine context

    • Quick Links

    Head to the [Quick Start](#getting-started-quickstart) guide to get started in 5 minutes.

    Quick Start

    Get started with Nody in just a few minutes.

    Step 1: Create an Account

  • Go to the homepage
  • Click Get Started
  • Sign in with your Google account

    • Step 2: Create Your First Canvas

    A canvas is your workspace for exploring ideas.

  • Click Create New Canvas on the Canvas page
  • Give it a name like "My First Exploration"
  • Click Create

    • Step 3: Start a Conversation

  • Double-click anywhere on the canvas
  • Type your question in the dialog
  • Select an AI model (e.g., GPT-4o)
  • Click Send

    • Step 4: Branch Your Thoughts

  • Hover over the AI response node
  • Double-click to create a branch
  • Ask a follow-up question
  • Repeat to explore different paths!

    • Nodes

    A node is a single message in your exploration.

    Types of Nodes

  • User nodes - Your questions (shown in orange)
  • AI nodes - AI responses (color varies by provider)

    • Working with Nodes

  • Double-click to branch from a node
  • Right-click for context menu options
  • Drag to reposition nodes on canvas

    • Branching

    Unlike traditional chat, Nody lets you branch at any point.

    How It Works

  • Select any existing node
  • Double-click to open chat dialog
  • Your new conversation continues from that point
  • The original path is preserved

    • Benefits

  • Explore multiple directions simultaneously
  • Never lose context from previous explorations
  • Compare different approaches side by side

    • AI Models

    Nody supports multiple AI models.

    Available Models

    Point Cost

  • Fast models usually consume fewer points.
  • Balanced models are the default for everyday work.
  • Premium models and long context consume more points.
  • Each generated AI card can show its final point charge.

    • Sharing Canvases

    Share your explorations with others.

    Public Canvases

    Make your canvas public to appear in the Showcase:

  • Open canvas settings
  • Toggle "Public" visibility
  • Your canvas appears in /showcase

    • Share Links

    Generate a direct link to your canvas for easy sharing.

    Note: Private team workflows are still being rolled out. Public sharing is available today.

    How to Use Points

    Nody uses prepaid points. Recharge when you need capacity, then spend points as AI cards are generated.

    By Usage Volume

    By Specific Needs

    ### 1. "I need to keep my entire project in one view"

    Choose: Plus or Builder

    Why: Larger maps usually mean more AI generations and more context. Points let you keep going without waiting for a monthly reset.

    ### 2. "I want the simplest setup"

    Choose: Any recharge pack

    Why: Every model is built in and draws from the same shared credit pool.

    ### 3. "I need the strongest models"

    Choose: Builder

    Why:

  • Premium models consume more points.
  • Long context and reasoning-heavy generations can cost more.
  • Each AI card shows its final point charge.

    • Point Billing

    Your balance determines how much built-in AI generation you can run.

    Recharge Packs

  • Starter: $5 for 400 points
  • Plus: $20 for 2,000 points
  • Builder: $50 for 6,000 points

    • Packs are one-time purchases, not a subscription.

    How Charges Work

  • Each AI card consumes points.
  • Premium models, longer context, and reasoning-heavy requests cost more.
  • Cached context can reduce cost when available.
  • Current packs give about 80-120 points per dollar depending on package size.
  • Example: with a model priced at $3 input / $15 output per 1M tokens, a longer chain card that includes about 5 previous cards as context may use roughly 8-15 points depending on response length.

    • Paid points do not reset monthly. Promotional points may have separate rules.

    Canvas Limits

    Each canvas may still have practical node limits to keep the workspace fast and readable.

    How It Works

  • Limit is based on current nodes, not total ever created
  • Deleting nodes frees up space
  • Moving nodes to another canvas also frees space

    • Hitting the Limit

    When you reach the limit:

  • Recharge points if generation is blocked by balance
  • Delete unused nodes
  • Move nodes to another canvas

    • Moving Nodes

    Right-click a node → Move to Canvas to transfer nodes between your canvases. The target canvas must have space for all nodes being moved.