> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.askui.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Frequently Asked Questions

> Common questions about AskUI

Find answers to commonly asked questions about AskUI.

## General Questions

### What is AskUI?

AskUI is a UI automation tool that uses AI vision technology to interact with any user interface. Unlike traditional selectors, AskUI understands what's on your screen visually, making automation more resilient and human-like.

### What makes AskUI different from other automation tools?

* **Visual Understanding**: Uses AI to see and understand UI elements like humans do
* **No Selectors Needed**: Works without CSS selectors, XPaths, or IDs
* **Cross-Platform**: Automates any application on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
* **Natural Language**: Describe what you want in plain English

### What platforms does AskUI support?

* **Desktop**: Windows, macOS, Linux
* **Mobile**: Android, iOS (via device streaming)
* **Web**: Any browser
* **Applications**: Desktop apps, Electron apps, legacy applications

### Is AskUI secure?

Yes, AskUI is designed with security in mind:

* All communications are encrypted
* No screenshots or data leave your infrastructure (with on-premise option)
* ISO 27001 certified
* GDPR compliant

See our [Trust Center](https://trust.askui.com) for details.

## Getting Started

### How do I install AskUI?

See our [Quickstart Guide](/01-tutorials/01-quickstart) for installation instructions for your platform.

### Do I need programming experience?

Basic programming knowledge is helpful but not required:

* Python SDK is beginner-friendly
* Extensive documentation and examples
* Active community support
* Visual workflow builder coming soon

### What languages does AskUI support?

Currently:

* **Python** (primary, full support)
* **TypeScript/JavaScript** (legacy, limited support)

### Can I try AskUI for free?

Yes! Sign up at [AskUI Hub](https://hub.askui.com) for a free trial that includes:

* Full feature access
* Community support
* Sample projects

## Technical Questions

### What AI models does AskUI use?

AskUI uses proprietary vision models:

* **UIDT-1**: UI Detection and Text recognition
* **Custom models**: For specific UI elements
* **Locator models**: For natural language understanding

See [AI Models](/03-explanation/03-ai-models/01-grounding-models) for details.

### Can I use AskUI in CI/CD pipelines?

Yes! AskUI integrates with:

* GitHub Actions
* GitLab CI
* Jenkins
* Azure DevOps
* Docker

See our [Integration Guides](/02-how-to-guides/02-integrations/01-github).

### Does AskUI work with virtual machines?

Yes, AskUI works with:

* VMware
* VirtualBox
* Hyper-V
* Cloud VMs (AWS, Azure, GCP)
* Docker containers

### Can AskUI handle dynamic content?

Yes! AskUI excels at dynamic content because it:

* Understands visual context
* Doesn't rely on fixed selectors
* Can wait for elements to appear
* Handles animations and transitions

## Pricing and Licensing

### How is AskUI priced?

AskUI offers:

* **Free Trial**: Full features for evaluation
* **Team**: Pay-per-use model
* **Enterprise**: Custom pricing with SLA

Contact [sales@askui.com](mailto:sales@askui.com) for details.

### Can I use AskUI for commercial projects?

Yes, with appropriate licensing. Check your subscription terms or contact sales.

### Is there an on-premise option?

Yes, enterprise customers can deploy AskUI on-premise for complete data control.

## Common Use Cases

### What can I automate with AskUI?

Common scenarios include:

* End-to-end testing
* Regression testing
* Data entry automation
* Legacy system integration
* Cross-browser testing
* Mobile app testing
* RPA workflows

### Can AskUI automate desktop applications?

Yes! AskUI can automate:

* Native Windows applications
* macOS applications
* Linux applications
* Electron apps
* Java Swing/AWT
* .NET WinForms/WPF

### Does AskUI support mobile testing?

Yes, through:

* Real device streaming
* Emulators/simulators
* Cloud device farms

## Troubleshooting

### Where can I find help?

1. [Troubleshooting Guides](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/00-troubleshooting-overview)
2. [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/Gu35zMGxbx)
3. [Support Email](mailto:support@askui.com)
4. [Documentation](/index)

### How do I report bugs?

See our [Bug Reporting Guide](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/06-reporting-bugs-and-getting-help) for detailed instructions.

### What if I'm having technical issues?

Check our specific troubleshooting guides:

* [Installation Issues](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/01-installation-and-setup-issues)
* [Network Problems](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/02-network-and-connectivity)
* [Detection Issues](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/03-element-detection-and-ocr)
* [Runtime Errors](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/05-runtime-and-environment-errors)

## Community and Resources

### Is there a community forum?

Join our [Discord server](https://discord.gg/Gu35zMGxbx) to:

* Ask questions
* Share experiences
* Get help from experts
* Connect with other users

### Where can I find examples?

* [Documentation examples](/03-explanation/01-overview/03-examples)
* [GitHub repositories](https://github.com/askui)
* Discord community projects
* YouTube tutorials

### Can I contribute to AskUI?

Yes! We welcome contributions:

* Report bugs
* Suggest features
* Share use cases
* Write tutorials
* Help other users

## Next Steps

* New to AskUI? Start with our [Quickstart Guide](/01-tutorials/01-quickstart)
* Need help? Check [Troubleshooting](/02-how-to-guides/04-troubleshooting/00-troubleshooting-overview)
* Want to learn more? Explore [Core Concepts](/03-explanation/02-core-concepts)