# How to create a new composition

To create a new composition from scratch, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Dashboard.
2. Select the folder where you want your composition to live.
3. Open the **New** menu in the upper left of the Dashboard and select **Composition**.
4. Name your composition.

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5. To open your composition, double-click it. Your composition will open in Composer.

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Learn how to build a basic composition [here](https://developer.singular.live/singular-basics/building-overlays-in-composer/how-to-build-a-composition).
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