> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Reviewing an application

> A step-by-step guide to reviewing an entrepreneur's application as an Assessor.

## Step 1 — Open the application

When a new application is submitted, you'll receive a notification. Go to **Projects** — new applications appear at the top of the **Created** stage.

## Step 2 — Move to Screening

Once you start your review, move the application to **Screening**. This signals to others that someone is actively reviewing it and prevents duplicated effort.

## Step 3 — Read the full submission

Before using any assessment tools, read the entrepreneur's submission in full without interruption. Form an initial view — does this feel like a business that is ready to pitch?

## Step 4 — Generate coverage and review

You can generate an AI assessment of the submission at any point. Click **Generate review** on the Screening tab. AngelAI will:

* Score the submission across the 8 screening dimensions
* Produce a coverage map showing what has been addressed
* Produce a lead review of the opportunity (Scale plan only)

<Note>
  All Assessors can generate the coverage map and dimension scores. The full AI-generated lead review is available on the **Scale plan** only. On Free and Pro plans, you see the scores and coverage but write the review yourself.
</Note>

## Step 5 — Work through the screening framework

Review the AI-generated scores and add your own notes for each of the 8 dimensions. See [The screening framework](/assessor/screening-framework) for guidance on what to look for in each area.

## Step 6 — Ask clarifying questions

Use the **Q\&A** tool to ask the entrepreneur directly. Keep questions focused — one to three questions per round is usually appropriate.

<Tip>
  Use AngelAI to help you frame questions. Ask it: "What questions should I ask an entrepreneur in \[sector] about their go-to-market strategy?"
</Tip>

## Step 7 — Make your decision

**Move to Pitching** — the application is sufficiently developed and the company is ready to present. You will be prompted to assign a Project Lead.

**Decline** — click **Decline** in the project menu and record a brief reason. The entrepreneur is not automatically notified.

**Request more information** — continue the Q\&A process and leave the project in Screening until you have what you need.