# Tuff Guide

> A desktop command center built for multi-tasking humans.

## Positioning
- **Core idea**: CoreBox orchestrates plugins, shortcuts, and sync under one calm surface.
- **Audience**: Creators, engineers, and knowledge workers juggling devices.
- **Principles**: Minimal UI, instant feedback, system-grade isolation.

## Feature Matrix
| Pillar | Capability | Highlights |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Launch & Search | CoreBox, smart index, fuzzy routing | ms-level results, custom triggers |
| CoreBox Workflow | Workflow / AI / Translation | Unified command entry with plugin-composed execution |
| Content | Clipbox, file drawers, sync | Sandbox isolation + end-to-end encrypted sync |
| Plugins | Curated + open ecosystem | Manifest-driven, hot reload |
| Personalization | Workspace, themes, wallpaper, layouts | Multi-screen & multi-account aware |

## Onboarding Path
1. Follow **[Quick Start](./start.en.mdc)** for install and account basics.
2. Discover **[Quick Preview](./features/preview.en.mdc)** for CoreBox's built-in instant calculations and conversions.
3. Read **[Tuff QuickOps](./features/quickops.en.mdc)** for wake locks, timers, network/file diagnostics, and local policy switches.
4. Read **[CoreBox Capability Status](./features/corebox-workflow.en.mdc)** for current workflow / AI / translation entries.
5. Open **[Wallpaper & Background](./features/wallpaper.en.mdc)** for personalization setup.
6. Start with **[Recommended Plugin Bundles](./features/recommended-plugins.en.mdc)** to get a practical stack fast.
7. Then use **[Built-in Plugin Catalog](./features/plugins/index.en.mdc)** for plugin-by-plugin docs.
8. Jump into relevant **scenes** (developer, student, creator) for ready-made templates.

## Deep Dive
- Efficiency tips live in `/tips`.
- Builders head to `/dev` for manifests, APIs, publishing, and snippets.

## Glossary
- **CoreBox**: system-grade launcher with multi-window awareness.
- **Plugin Capsule**: sandboxed container with quota controls.
- **Workspace**: bundle of layouts, shortcuts, and sync policies.