> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.celly.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.celly.ai/getting-started/first-steps.md).

# First Steps

## 🏁 Create an account

Celly is free for non-commercial usage and requires no card info. Go to the [**signup page**](https://celly.ai/), choose a username and password to create your personal account. You can sign up through the [**mobile app**](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/celly-ai/id1506941881) too.

## 📲 Download the app

Download the [**Celly app**](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/celly-ai/id1506941881) from the AppStore - it's absolutely free! Sign in with Celly website credentials.

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The app requires iOS version 13+ and iPhone model 8 or higher.
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## ✅ Get an adapter

Before you start, you should get [**an optical adapter**](https://www.ilabcam.com/products/labcam-ultra-for-iphone) to connect your phone to the microscope.

![The adapter is compatible with 99% types of lab microscopes](/files/-MJTDbOd7elcqqAnrxiN)

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Celly supports the LabCam Ultra adapter. Compatibility with other adapters is not guaranteed
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Attach your iPhone to the eyepiece of a microscope. Put the sample, turn on the light, set the lens focus.

![](/files/-MJW8m-RBGTPnM7k8T4c)

## 🔬 Next steps

Now you know the basics, but there is so much more to explore! AI-automation, LIS integration, team management, and even more.

A nice idea would be to learn how to automate CBC test

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[Blood: CBC test](/supported-tests/blood-wbc-differential.md)
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Enjoy Celly and leave your feedback at [support@celly.ai](mailto:support@celly.a)