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

# First start

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The first time you open Quantower, it sets everything up for you so you can dive straight in. Out of the box you get:

* A ready-to-use [**workspace**](/quantower/general-settings/workspaces-binds-groups.md)
* A [**bind**](/quantower/general-settings/binds.md) that links a few of the most popular trading panels
* A live **connection** — Binance Spot or dxFeed Simulated — so there's real data on your charts from the first second

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Haven't installed Quantower yet? Start with [**Installation**](/quantower/getting-started/installation.md).
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<figure><img src="/files/tDhK5OxGM0dP2mJ3Nrga" alt=""><figcaption><p>Default workspace with dxFeed Simulated data</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/B3LLzVybTqqhsovmZlPA" alt=""><figcaption><p>Default workspace with Binance Spot connection</p></figcaption></figure>

From here, it's yours to shape. Rearrange the workspace, open new panels, and get a feel for how it all fits together. When you're ready to place real orders, switch to a trading connection like [**CQG**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connection-to-cqg-amp-futures), [**Rithmic**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connection-to-rithmic), [**cTrader**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connection-to-ctrader), or [**Interactive Brokers**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connect-quantower-to-interactive-broker).

## Quantower Free version

Quantower is free to use out of the box, with a generous set of tools and a few features reserved for paid plans. To see exactly what's included where, check the [**License Comparison table**](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/getting-started/account-and-licensing/license-comparison).


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