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

# Overview

> Get answers about Supercycle setup, features, and troubleshooting from the documentation AI

The documentation has an AI assistant built in, so you can get answers about Supercycle without leaving the page you're reading. Ask a question in the search bar and the answer is grounded in these docs. To ask from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, or another MCP-compatible client instead, connect the [Builders MCP](/ai/builders-mcp/overview).

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## How it works

Select the search bar at the top of any page and type your question. Answers are generated from Supercycle's documentation, so they reflect the platform as it is documented today. For AI tools outside the docs, connect the Builders MCP with the [setup guide](/ai/builders-mcp/setup).

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## Example questions

### Set up methods

<Prompt description="Set up calendar rentals">
  How do I set up calendar rentals on my Supercycle store? Walk me through the product setup and configuration options.
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Membership credit systems">
  What's the difference between item-based and credit-based membership plans? How do I decide which one to use?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Subscription deposits">
  How do deposits work with subscription rentals? How do I set them up and what happens when the customer returns the item?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Resale alongside rentals">
  Can I offer resale on the same products that I rent out? How does that work with inventory?
</Prompt>

### Manage operations

<Prompt description="Cycle statuses">
  What are the different cycle statuses in Supercycle? Walk me through the fulfillment and receival phases.
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Process returns">
  How do returns work in Supercycle? What's the difference between collection and return label methods?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Failed payments">
  A customer's subscription payment failed. How does dunning work and what are my options for collecting payment?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Allocation">
  How does Supercycle's allocation algorithm decide which item to assign to a cycle? Can I override it?
</Prompt>

### Configuration and logistics

<Prompt description="Logistics buffers">
  What are logistics buffers and how do they affect rental availability? Walk me through preparation time, delivery time, and restock time.
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Checkout rules">
  What checkout rules does Supercycle apply automatically? How do I make sure customers can't check out with conflicting items?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Shopify Flow automations">
  What Supercycle triggers and actions are available in Shopify Flow? Give me examples of useful automations I can set up.
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Serialize inventory">
  How do I serialize my inventory in Supercycle? What are the differences between QR codes, barcodes, and RFID tags?
</Prompt>

### Storefront and customer experience

<Prompt description="Customer accounts">
  How do I set up customer accounts so my customers can view their rentals and start returns?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Display rental prices">
  How do I show rental pricing on my product pages? Are there code snippets for displaying recurring payment information?
</Prompt>

<Prompt description="Availability search">
  How do I add availability search to my storefront so customers can filter products by rental dates?
</Prompt>

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## Tips for better answers

* **Name the method.** Say whether you're asking about calendar, subscription, membership, or resale.
* **Give context.** Say what you're trying to achieve, not only the feature you're asking about.
* **Ask follow-ups.** Dig into a topic with clarifying questions.
* **Describe your setup.** Mention your current configuration to get more relevant guidance.