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diff --git a/doc/gitlab-basics/create-project.md b/doc/gitlab-basics/create-project.md index 1c549844ee1..4e36ce6cfc0 100644 --- a/doc/gitlab-basics/create-project.md +++ b/doc/gitlab-basics/create-project.md @@ -1,24 +1,26 @@ # How to create a project in GitLab -There are two ways to create a new project in GitLab. - -1. While in your dashboard, you can create a new project using the **New project** - green button or you can use the cross icon in the upper right corner next to - your avatar which is always visible. +1. In your dashboard, click the green **New Project** button. ![Create a project](img/create_new_project_button.png) -1. From there you can see several options. +1. This opens the **New project** page. ![Project information](img/create_new_project_info.png) -1. Fill out the information: - - 1. "Project name" is the name of your project (you can't use special characters, - but you can use spaces, hyphens, underscores or even emojis). - 1. The "Project description" is optional and will be shown in your project's - dashboard so others can briefly understand what your project is about. - 1. Select a [visibility level](../public_access/public_access.md). - 1. You can also [import your existing projects](../workflow/importing/README.md). - -1. Finally, click **Create project**. +1. Provide the following information: + + 1. Enter the name of your project in the **Project name** field. You can't use + special characters, but you can use spaces, hyphens, underscores or even + emoji. + 1. If you have a project in a different repository, you can import it by + clicking an **Import project from** button and following the instructions + at [Migrating projects to a GitLab instance](../workflow/importing/README.md). + 1. The **Project description (optional)** field enables you to enter a + description for your project's dashboard, which will help others + understand what your project is about. Though it's not required, it's a good + idea to fill this in. + 1. Changing the **Visibility Level** modifies the project's + [viewing and access rights](../public_access/public_access.md) for users. + +1. Click **Create project**.
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