zulip/help/include/set-up-your-account.md

!!! tip ""

If this is your first time using Zulip, we recommend starting with the web
or desktop experience to set up your account and get oriented.

• Get the mobile and desktop apps. Zulip also works great in a browser.

• Add a profile picture and edit your profile information to tell others about yourself.

• Review your display settings. You can switch between light and dark theme, pick your favorite emoji theme, change your language, and make other tweaks to your Zulip experience.

• Browse and subscribe to streams.

• Decide whether you want Enter to send your message or add a new line.

• Configure your notifications to work the way you do. If you're joining a low traffic organization and aren't using the desktop app, consider sending all messages to email.