Documentation
Complete guide to using No Effort Learning for your educational needs
1Getting Started
1.1 Account Creation
Creating your No Effort Learning account is quick and straightforward:
- Visit our homepage and click "Try for Free"
- Fill in your username, email, and password
- Check your email for the verification link
- Click the verification link to activate your account
- You can also sign up using Google OAuth for faster registration
Pro Tip: Use your school or university email for potential educational discounts and better organization.
1.2 Dashboard Overview
Once logged in, your dashboard provides:
- Upload Section: Drag and drop up to 20 files at once
- Document History: View all your processed documents
- Usage Tracker: Monitor your monthly operation count
- Account Info: Check your subscription tier and settings
- Quick Actions: Rename, view, or delete documents
1.3 Your First Upload
Follow these steps to process your first document:
- Click the upload area or drag files directly
- Select images (JPG, PNG) or PDFs of textbook pages
- Wait for the OCR text extraction (usually 30-60 seconds)
- Review the generated summary and questions
- Download or save the content for study
2How It Works
2.1 OCR Text Extraction
Our advanced Optical Character Recognition system:
- Uses Google Cloud Vision API for high accuracy
- Handles multiple languages and fonts
- Processes handwritten notes (with varying success)
- Extracts text from images and PDF documents
- Maintains formatting and structure where possible
2.2 AI Content Generation
Our AI system powered by Google Gemini:
- Analyzes extracted text for key concepts
- Identifies subject matter and educational level
- Generates contextually relevant summaries
- Creates various question types with answer keys
- Provides step-by-step solutions for math problems
2.3 Types of Generated Content
Standard Documents:
- Summaries: Concise overviews of key points
- Multiple Choice: 5 questions with 4 options each
- True/False: 5 statement verification questions
- Short Answer: 3 brief response questions
- Long Answer: 2 detailed essay-style questions
Math Problems:
- Similar problems based on detected content
- Step-by-step solution breakdowns
- Multiple difficulty levels
- Practice variations of the same concept
3Subscription Tiers & Pricing
3.1 Tier Comparison
Free Tier
$0/month
- 5 operations per month
- 7-day document retention
- Basic features
- Community support
Educator Tier
$5.99/month
- 150 operations per month
- 30-day document retention
- All features included
- Email support
Professional Tier
$19.99/month
- 600 operations per month
- 90-day document retention
- Advanced features
- Priority support
Institution Tier
Custom Pricing
- Custom operation limits
- 365-day document retention
- All features included
- Dedicated support
3.2 What Counts as an Operation
An "operation" is counted each time you:
- Upload and process a new document or set of files
- Generate content from extracted text
- Create math problems from mathematical content
Note: Viewing, downloading, or managing existing documents does not count as operations.
3.3 Document Retention Policies
Documents are automatically archived based on your subscription tier:
- Free Tier: Documents older than 7 days are archived
- Educator Tier: Documents older than 30 days are archived
- Professional Tier: Documents older than 90 days are archived
- Institution Tier: Documents older than 365 days are archived
Archived documents can be recovered upon request, but may incur additional fees.
4Features Guide
4.1 Multiple File Upload
Our advanced upload system supports:
- Up to 20 files in a single upload session
- Mix of images (JPG, PNG) and PDF documents
- Automatic text combination from multiple sources
- Batch processing for entire chapters or topics
- Progress tracking for large uploads
4.2 Content Management
Organize and manage your generated content:
- Rename Documents: Give meaningful names to your uploads
- View Content: Access summaries and questions anytime
- Download Materials: Export content for offline study
- Delete Documents: Remove unwanted content to save space
- Search Function: Find specific documents quickly
4.3 Account Settings
Customize your experience:
- Update profile information and preferences
- Change password and security settings
- Manage subscription and billing
- Configure email notifications
- Export account data
5Policies & Security
5.1 Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy:
- All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- No sharing of personal information with third parties
- Document content is processed securely
- Right to data deletion and export
- Compliance with international privacy standards
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5.2 Security Measures
- SSL/TLS encryption for all communications
- Secure cloud infrastructure with regular backups
- Rate limiting to prevent abuse
- Account verification and password requirements
- Regular security audits and updates
6Technical Information
Images:
- JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) - Maximum 10MB per file
- PNG (.png) - Maximum 10MB per file
- Minimum resolution: 800x600 pixels
- Recommended resolution: 1920x1080 or higher
Documents:
- PDF (.pdf) - Maximum 25MB per file
- Multi-page PDFs supported
- Text-based and image-based PDFs
- Password-protected PDFs not supported
6.2 Quality Guidelines
For best results, ensure your uploads meet these criteria:
- Clear Text: Avoid blurry or low-resolution images
- Good Lighting: Ensure text is clearly visible
- Minimal Shadows: Avoid shadows over text areas
- Straight Orientation: Keep documents properly aligned
- Complete Pages: Include full pages, not partial sections
Processing Time Estimates:
• Single image: 30-60 seconds
• Multiple images (5-10): 2-3 minutes
• PDF document: 1-2 minutes
• Large batch (20 files): 5-8 minutes
7Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the text extraction?
Our OCR system typically achieves 95-99% accuracy on clear, well-lit text. Handwritten notes may have lower accuracy depending on legibility.
Can I process handwritten notes?
Yes, but results vary significantly based on handwriting clarity. Printed text generally produces much better results.
What subjects does the AI support?
Our AI works with all academic subjects including mathematics, sciences, literature, history, and more. It automatically adapts to the content type.
How do I upgrade my subscription?
Visit your account settings and click "Upgrade Subscription" to choose a higher tier. Changes take effect immediately.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes, you can cancel anytime. You'll retain access to your current tier benefits until the end of your billing cycle.
Is there a mobile app?
Currently, we offer a responsive web application that works great on mobile devices. A dedicated mobile app is planned for future release.
Can I share generated content with others?
Yes, you can download and share the generated summaries and questions. However, sharing account access is not permitted.
8Support & Contact
Get Help
- Email Support: noeffortlearning@gmail.com
- Response Time: 24-48 hours for general inquiries
- Priority Support: Available for Professional and Institution tiers
- Contact Form: Contact Us
Follow Us
- Twitter/X: @noeffortlearn
- Updates: Follow for feature announcements
- Tips: Get study tips and best practices
- Community: Connect with other users
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