> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.growthfactor.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.growthfactor.ai/getting-started/navigating-the-platform.md).
# Navigating the Platform
This guide provides an overview of the GrowthFactor interface, helping you find your way around and understand how the platform is organized.
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**The Sidebar**
The sidebar is your primary navigation tool. It's organized into sections that mirror your workflow: discover opportunities, manage your pipeline, collaborate with others, and configure settings.
**Collapsing the Sidebar**
Click **Collapse** at the top of the sidebar to minimize it and expand your map view. Click again to restore the full sidebar with labels.
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### Book a Walkthrough
The **Book a walkthrough** button sits next to the help menu at the bottom of the sidebar. Click it to schedule time with the GrowthFactor team for platform questions or a guided walkthrough. When the sidebar is collapsed, the button appears as a calendar icon.
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### Help and Resources
Click the **?** icon at the bottom of the sidebar to open the help menu. The menu provides quick access to:
* **Ask AI** – Open an AI-powered assistant that answers questions about the platform without leaving the app
* **Help & FAQs** – Access the help documentation and frequently asked questions
* **Product Roadmap** – View upcoming features and product development plans
* **Known Issues** – See current platform issues, their status, and when they were last updated
* **System status** – A live colored dot shows whether the platform is operational, degraded, or experiencing downtime; click for the full status page
* **Changelog** – Browse the latest product updates and improvements
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### User Menu
Click your **user avatar** at the bottom-left of the sidebar to access:
* Organization switching (if you belong to multiple organizations)
* Log out
Your name and current organization display beneath the avatar.
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