Getting Started with PassNow: A Beginner's Guide
New to PassNow? This step-by-step guide will have you solving quizzes like a pro in minutes. From installation to your first solved question.
David Park
Product Manager
Welcome to PassNow! Whether you're a student looking to study more efficiently or simply curious about AI-powered learning tools, this guide will help you get started quickly and effectively.
Step 1: Create Your Account
First, you'll need a PassNow account. Here's how:
- Visit passnow.app and click "Get Started"
- Enter your email address and create a strong password
- Check your email for a verification link
- Click the link to activate your account
Bonus: Every new account comes with 10 free credits to test the service!
Step 2: Download the Extension
PassNow works as a Chrome browser extension. To install it:
- Log into your PassNow account
- Go to your Dashboard
- Click "Download Extension"
- Extract the downloaded ZIP file
- Open Chrome and go to chrome://extensions
- Enable "Developer mode" in the top right
- Click "Load unpacked" and select the extracted folder
The PassNow icon should now appear in your browser toolbar!
Step 3: Solve Your First Question
Now for the exciting part. Here's how to solve a quiz question:
- Navigate to any online quiz (Moodle, Google Forms, etc.)
- Find a question you want to solve
- Press Alt+X on your keyboard
- A selection overlay will appear - drag to select the question area
- Include the question text and all answer options
- Release the mouse button
- Wait 2-3 seconds for the AI to analyze
- Read the answer and explanation!
Tips for Best Results
To get the most accurate answers:
- Include all options - For multiple choice, select all answer choices
- Include images - If the question has diagrams, include them in your selection
- Good lighting - Ensure your screen is clearly visible (not too bright or dark)
- Full context - Include any relevant information around the question
Understanding Your Answer
Each PassNow response includes:
- The Answer - Clearly marked as correct
- Explanation - Why this answer is correct
- Confidence - How certain the AI is (usually 95%+)
Don't just look at the answer - read the explanation to actually learn the material!
Managing Your Credits
Each question uses 1 credit. You can:
- Check your balance by clicking the extension icon
- View detailed usage in your Dashboard
- Purchase more credits when needed
Getting Help
If you run into any issues:
- Check our FAQ section
- Read the Troubleshooting guide
- Contact support at [email protected]
Welcome to smarter studying! We're excited to have you on board.
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David Park
Product Manager
David Park is a member of the PassNow team, passionate about education and technology.