> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.tonaly.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.tonaly.app/general/general-info/what-is-the-difference-between-the-three-app-modes.md).

# Difference between the three app workspaces

The app is separated into three workspaces. You can change them at the top in the navigation bar.

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#### **"Songwriting"**

Compose songs and find chords for your songs. Tap in a bar or on a chord in the circle of fifths to start composing. Assign chords from the circle of fifths to a bar.

#### **"Scales"**

The circle of fifths will be displayed traditionally. The relative minor chords will be displayed. Chords of a key are not highlighted anymore. This mode is dedicated to learning plain scales. [**Read more about it.**](/scales-and-modes/what-is-the-difference-between-scales-and-modes.md)

#### **"Modes"**

The circle of fifths highlights the chords of a key. These chords build up a mode. A mode has an associated scale that is displayed in the staff. Accidentals are listed at the beginning, as they would be listed on a score of a song that is written in the selected mode. [**Read more about it.**](/scales-and-modes/what-is-the-difference-between-scales-and-modes.md)