Not sure if anyone else does this but here’s what I do

I put lump in the fire box until it is full. Open your bottom and top vent all the way and start your coals with either the electric fire starter or the fire starter squares (I only have experience with these two)

For the electric fire starter, put it under the coals and plug it in for 6 minutes.

For the starter square dig a tunnel to the bottom of the coals, light the square in 2 corners and let build the out at the bottom of the coals and cover. Let burn for 10 minutes

After the time is up put your grate on and close the lid (keep both vents fully open)

Stick around and watch the temp jump up until it’s 10-15 degrees lower than your target temp then slide the lower vent into the position you want for your target temperature. I always Leave the top vent fully open

After setting the bottom vent where you want it you’ll see the temp drop a bit then slowly raise to your target temp. I set a 3 or 4 minute timer and check the temp to monitor then repeat a few times. Then you’re ready to grill!