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

# Overview

> Solve turns complex business questions into structured, evidence-backed reports. Market data, competitive analysis, and recommendations in one place.

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Solve is Rocket's research engine. Before you build anything, Solve helps you validate ideas, size markets, run competitive analysis, and answer complex business questions.

Solve has two modes: [Light Solve](/solve/light-solve) for fast, conversational research on Free and Pro, and Full Solve for deeper, longer-form research. On Rocket and Booster, Rocket routes each query to Light Solve or Full Solve automatically based on the prompt.

Type a question in plain language and get back a structured, evidence-backed output built from live data. Start with the [quick start guide](/solve/quick-start) to run your first analysis.

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## How Solve is different

Solve produces complete research deliverables, not links or summaries.

|                     | Search                | Chatbot                      | **Solve**                                              |
| :------------------ | :-------------------- | :--------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------- |
| **What you get**    | Links                 | A summary from training data | A structured, multi-source report                      |
| **Research effort** | You do the work       | None, but shallow            | Done for you, in depth                                 |
| **Live data**       | Yes, but unstructured | No                           | Yes, synthesized                                       |
| **Output format**   | Ten blue links        | Paragraph answer             | Executive summary, analysis, evidence, recommendations |
| **Follow-up**       | New search            | Some memory                  | Builds on full conversation and project context        |

Tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity give you conversational answers. Solve gives you a structured, multi-source report with an executive summary, supporting evidence, and actionable recommendations.

<Info>
  Solve works best with specific, well-scoped questions. Vague prompts like "tell me about AI" produce broad results. See [question-framing tips](/solve/best-practices) for guidance.
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## Light Solve vs Full Solve

Light Solve is for fast answers and quick iteration. Full Solve is for deeper diligence and board-ready depth. Rocket routes each query automatically; there is no manual mode selector.

|                          | **Light Solve**                                         | **Full Solve**                                                                              |
| :----------------------- | :------------------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Plan availability**    | Free and Pro (always); Rocket and Booster (when routed) | Rocket and Booster (when routed)                                                            |
| **Mode selection**       | Automatic; no manual toggle                             | Automatic; no manual toggle                                                                 |
| **Clarifying questions** | Conversational in chat when a prompt is vague           | Structured [prompt intelligence](/getting-started/task/prompt-intelligence) before research |
| **Typical speed**        | Fast, conversational                                    | About 45 minutes (some reports take longer)                                                 |
| **Depth**                | Focused answer with visuals                             | Multi-section deep research report                                                          |
| **Report formats**       | PDF, PPT, HTML, PRD                                     | PDF, PPT, HTML, PRD                                                                         |
| **Best for**             | Exploration and quick decision inputs                   | High-stakes decisions and stakeholder deliverables                                          |

Free and Pro users always run Light Solve. Pro does not include Full Solve. On Rocket and Booster, routing is automatic based on the prompt. There is no manual mode selector on Free, Pro, Rocket, or Booster.

For the full breakdown, including how to request a report format in your prompt, see [Light Solve](/solve/light-solve).

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  Fast structured answers with visual summaries. PDF, PPT, HTML, and PRD are supported in Light Solve on all plans.
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## Solve compared to Intelligence

Rocket has two research capabilities that serve different purposes.

|                  | **Solve**                                                | **Intelligence**                                      |
| :--------------- | :------------------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------------- |
| **When to use**  | You have a specific question right now                   | You want ongoing awareness of changes                 |
| **How it works** | One-time research task that produces a structured report | Continuous monitoring that delivers signals over time |
| **Output**       | A report with data, analysis, and recommendations        | A dashboard of alerts, changes, and trends            |
| **Example**      | "What is Stripe's current pricing model?"                | "Alert me when Stripe changes their pricing page"     |

Solve answers a question once. [Intelligence](/intelligence/overview) watches for changes over time. The two work well together: a Solve report can scope what you monitor, and Intelligence signals can trigger new Solve questions.

## How Full Solve works

Every Full Solve task follows the same pipeline from question to finished report. Light Solve may ask conversational follow-ups in chat when a prompt is vague, but it does not use prompt intelligence or decompose the query. The steps below apply to Full Solve only.

<Steps>
  <Step title="You ask a question">
    Type any business question in plain language from the Solve input. Pick a suggestion category (Strategy, Product, GTM, Sales, Competition, What to build) or write your own.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Full Solve clarifies if needed">
    For ambiguous prompts, Full Solve uses [prompt intelligence](/getting-started/task/prompt-intelligence) before starting. This sharpens scope and avoids wasted effort.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Research objective is set">
    Full Solve defines the central research goal based on your question and any clarifying answers. This anchors every subsequent research stream.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Query decomposition">
    Full Solve breaks the question into its component dimensions. Each dimension becomes an independent research query. You can watch these decomposed queries appear in chat as research begins.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Parallel agent research">
    Each query runs as a separate stream, powered by its own agent. Streams run simultaneously rather than in sequence. For each stream, the chat shows what the agent researched, which tools it used, what it found, and how it assessed the findings.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Synthesis and report">
    Findings from all streams merge into a structured [report](/solve/results/reports) with an executive summary, detailed analysis, supporting evidence, and recommendations. Full Solve typically takes about 45 minutes; some reports take longer. A **Final report** link appears in chat. Click it to open the report in the right panel.
  </Step>
</Steps>

You can enrich research before and during a task. Use @-mentions to pull findings from other tasks, or attach files and URLs as source material. After the report is delivered, Full Solve suggests follow-up questions so you can drill into specific findings without re-framing from scratch.

## What Solve covers

Solve handles any strategic business question, from tightly scoped lookups to multi-dimensional analyses.

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  <Card title="Market analysis" icon="chart-line" href="/solve/research/market-analysis">
    Size markets, identify trends, and assess opportunities.
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  <Card title="Competitive teardowns" icon="crosshairs" href="/solve/research/competitive-teardowns">
    Compare features, analyze positioning, and run SWOT frameworks.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Pricing strategy" icon="tags" href="/solve/research/pricing-strategy">
    Benchmark pricing, model scenarios, and analyze willingness to pay.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Product direction" icon="compass" href="/solve/research/product-direction">
    Prioritize features, analyze user needs, and inform roadmaps.
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  <Card title="Investment analysis" icon="briefcase" href="/solve/research/investment-analysis">
    Build business cases, run due diligence, and evaluate opportunities.
  </Card>

  <Card title="All use cases" icon="grid-2" href="/solve/research/use-cases">
    GTM strategy, brand positioning, technical deep-dives, career strategy, and more.
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## Frequently asked questions

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  <Accordion title="What format do results come in?">
    Solve returns structured reports with an executive summary, detailed analysis sections, supporting data, and recommendations. Reports use clear headings so you can scan for what matters. See [Reports](/solve/results/reports) for formatting details.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I share Solve results with my team?">
    Yes. You have a few options depending on who needs access:

    * **Share a link** from the report toolbar so anyone can view the report in a browser (optional password). No Rocket account required.
    * **Invite someone to the Solve task** if they need the full chat and follow-ups inside Rocket. See [Task collaboration](/getting-started/collaboration/task).
    * **Export** as PDF, PPT, HTML, or PRD for offline use.

    See [Share and export](/solve/results/share-and-export) for the full workflow.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is there a limit on Solve tasks?">
    Yes. Solve tasks consume credits based on question complexity and research depth. Free and Pro users can run Light Solve with included credits. Rocket and Booster unlock automatic routing to Full Solve when the prompt calls for deeper research. See [Pricing](/getting-started/pricing), [Credits](/getting-started/credits), and [Light Solve](/solve/light-solve) for details.
  </Accordion>
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## What's next

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  <Card title="Light Solve" icon="sparkles" href="/solve/light-solve">
    Use Solve on Free and Pro with fast, conversational research.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Quick start" icon="bolt" href="/solve/quick-start">
    Run your first analysis with a guided walkthrough.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Use cases" icon="grid-2" href="/solve/research/use-cases">
    Browse nine categories of questions Solve handles, with example prompts.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Intelligence" icon="radar" href="/intelligence/overview">
    Set up continuous monitoring for competitors and markets.
  </Card>
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