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How to prototype with v0 ai assistant on Vercel

beginner 8 min read Updated 2026-04-20
Quick Answer

v0 is Vercel's AI assistant that generates React components from text descriptions. You can create prototypes by describing your UI, then deploy them instantly to Vercel for testing and sharing.

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Prerequisites

  • GitHub account
  • Basic knowledge of React/Next.js
  • Vercel account
  • Understanding of component-based development

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Access v0 on Vercel

Navigate to v0.dev in your browser and sign in with your Vercel account. Click Get Started to access the v0 interface. You'll see a text input where you can describe the component you want to create.
v0 works best with specific, detailed descriptions rather than vague requests
2

Describe Your Component

Type a detailed description of the UI component you want to create in the text input. For example: Create a pricing card component with three tiers, each showing price, features list, and a call-to-action button. Click Generate or press Enter to submit your request.
Include specific details like colors, layout preferences, and functionality requirements
3

Review Generated Code

v0 will generate React component code based on your description. Review the Preview tab to see how your component looks, and check the Code tab to examine the generated JSX and styling. You can see multiple variations if v0 provides alternatives.
Pay attention to the dependencies and styling approach used in the generated code
4

Refine with Follow-up Prompts

If the generated component needs adjustments, use the chat interface to request changes. Type refinements like Make the buttons larger and change the color scheme to blue. v0 will update the component based on your feedback while maintaining the existing structure.
Make incremental changes rather than completely rewriting your requirements
5

Copy Component Code

Once satisfied with your component, click the Copy Code button in the code panel. This copies the complete React component including all necessary imports and styling. The code is typically generated using Tailwind CSS for styling.
Also copy any additional dependencies or setup instructions provided
6

Create New Next.js Project

In your terminal, create a new Next.js project with npx create-next-app@latest my-v0-prototype. Navigate to the project directory and install Tailwind CSS if not already included: npm install -D tailwindcss postcss autoprefixer.
Use the same framework version that v0 targets for compatibility
7

Integrate the Component

Create a new component file in your components directory and paste the v0-generated code. Import and use the component in your pages/index.js or app/page.js file. Install any additional dependencies mentioned in the generated code using npm install.
Check that all imports resolve correctly and add missing dependencies
8

Deploy to Vercel

Push your code to GitHub, then connect your repository in the Vercel dashboard by clicking New Project. Select your repository and click Deploy. Vercel will automatically build and deploy your prototype, providing a live URL for testing and sharing.
Enable automatic deployments to update your prototype when you push changes

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Generated component has missing dependencies

Check the generated code for import statements and install missing packages using npm install package-name. Common missing packages include lucide-react for icons or clsx for conditional styling.

Styling doesn't appear correctly

Ensure Tailwind CSS is properly configured in your project. Check that tailwind.config.js includes the correct content paths and that Tailwind directives are imported in your main CSS file.

Component doesn't match the preview

Verify that you're using the same React and Next.js versions as v0 targets. Check your browser console for JavaScript errors and ensure all component props are being passed correctly.

v0 generates overly complex code

Try simplifying your prompt and asking for a more basic version first. You can then use follow-up prompts to gradually add complexity. Use phrases like simple or minimal in your initial description.

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