> Portal Navigation: > > - Append `.md` to any URL under `https://dev.wix.com/docs/` to get its markdown version. > - Pages are either content pages (article or reference text) or menu pages (a list of links to child pages). > - To get a menu page, truncate any URL to a parent path and append `.md` (e.g. `https://dev.wix.com/docs/sdk.md`, `https://dev.wix.com/docs/sdk/core-modules.md`). > - Top-level index of all portals: https://dev.wix.com/docs/llms.txt > - Full concatenated docs: https://dev.wix.com/docs/llms-full.txt ## Resource: Get Started From an App Template ## Article: Get Started From an App Template ## Article Link: https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/get-started/templates/get-started-from-an-app-template.md ## Article Content: # Get Started From an App Template Want to build an app that enhances the functionality of Wix sites? Jumpstart your development with one of our app templates and fast-track your way to a fully functioning app. ## Why start with a template? Each of our templates provides a working foundational app that you're free to modify and build upon. By deploying a template as your starting point, you can quickly move from a concept to a fully functional app, saving valuable time and effort. Dive into our template collection and discover the possibilities for app creation. [](http://dev.wix.com/apps-templates) ![Template page screenshot](https://wixmp-833713b177cebf373f611808.wixmp.com/images/about-app-templates-md_build-apps-portal_get-started_assets_custom-shipping-rates-template-page.png) ## Select the right template for your app Wix offers templates specifically designed for each of the following development frameworks: - Wix Blocks - Wix CLI - Self-hosted apps integrated with the App Dashboard Choose a template that matches your preferred framework to commence your project with ease.
Wix Blocks Templates
Build a native-style Wix app in a responsive drag-and-drop editor and incorporate sophisticated functionality with Velo.
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Wix CLI Templates
Get a comprehensive developer experience with minimal setup, so you can focus on coding your app.
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Self-Hosted App Templates
Develop and host an app on any platform, and integrate with Wix using the app dashboard.
[See all our templates ](http://dev.wix.com/apps-templates) ## Template features The Wix app templates showcase a variety of features that apps can add to Wix sites, such as: - Pages or widgets on a live Wix site. - Dashboard pages or components for site admins. - Integration with 3rd-party services. - Site analytics through embedded scripts. ## Developer tools Each template uses a different set of Wix developer tools, including: - [Wix Blocks](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/frameworks/wix-blocks/about-wix-blocks.md) and [Velo](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/frameworks/wix-blocks/code-in-blocks/about-widget-code-in-blocks.md): Combine UI design in the Wix editor with coding for advanced features, offering a comprehensive app-building experience. - [Wix Design System](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/design/about-the-wix-design-system.md): Utilize Wix's collection of reusable React components to craft a visually stunning and user-friendly app interface. - [Wix CLI](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/frameworks/wix-cli/about-the-wix-cli-for-apps.md): Accelerate app development and deployment with a tool that simplifies initial setup and hosting. - [REST APIs](https://dev.wix.com/docs/rest.md) and [JavaScript SDK](https://dev.wix.com/docs/sdk.md): Access and manage site data effectively from your app, enabling sophisticated site interactions. - [Webhooks](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/api-integrations/events-and-webhooks/about-webhooks.md): Implement real-time responses to Wix Logs. - [Embedded scripts](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/extensions/site-extensions/embedded-scripts/about-embedded-scripts.md): Integrate custom analytics and additional functionalities seamlessly. - [App Dashboard](https://dev.wix.com/docs/build-apps/develop-your-app/app-workspace/about-the-app-dashboard.md): Access essential resources for app configuration, permission management, and Wix integration.