The AI Flow Builder Assistant in Manychat is a virtual assistant that helps you quickly create Instagram automation based on your business needs. By having a brief chat with the AI, you'll receive customized Flow recommendations that align with your goals.
How to Access and Use the AI Flow Builder Assistant
Step 1: Access the Automation Panel
- Log into your Manychat account.
- Navigate to 'Automation'.
- Click on 'New Automation'.
Step 2: Engage with the AI Flow Builder Assistant
- At the bottom of the screen, click on 'Ask AI to Create Automation'.
2. A chat window will appear with a welcome message:"Hello, I'm your virtual assistant here to suggest Instagram automation based on your needs. We'll chat a bit, and I'll recommend customized automation based on what you share. Sound good? Get Started."
Step 3: Describe Your Business
- Click on 'Get Started'.
- The AI will ask, "Can you describe your business in a few sentences?"
- Provide a brief description of your business. For example:"I run an online store that sells eco-friendly products."
Step 4: Define Your Goals
- The AI will ask, "What would you like the follower to do during the chat interaction?"
- Choose one or more goals from the provided options:
- Share their email
- Click on your link
- Book an appointment
- Participate in a quiz
- Get a specific message
- Other (If selected, describe your goal)
Example goal (if selecting 'Other'): "I want to build a lead qualification system to identify people who need a new bed."
Step 5: Generate the Automation
After you define your goals, the AI will take up to 30 seconds to generate an automation tailored to your needs.
A confirmation message will appear:
"AI-generated automations are here. To proceed, click 'Use this flow' and fine-tune it in the Flow Builder."
Click on 'Use this Automation' to add the Flow to your account.
If the automation is not a perfect match, you can:
- Make adjustments directly in the Flow Builder.
- Provide additional details in the chat to improve the automation.
- Start from scratch by clicking 'Start from Scratch'.
Best Practices for Using the AI Flow Builder Assistant
Provide clear business descriptions: Give a concise and clear description of your business to help the AI understand your specific needs.
Define specific goals: Clearly state what you want to achieve, whether it's generating leads, booking appointments, or increasing engagement.
Review and customize: After generating the automation, review it in the Flow Builder and customize it to perfectly match your requirements.
Test before publishing: Ensure your automation flows as expected by testing it with your audience before publishing it live.
Iterate based on feedback: Gather user feedback and refine the automation flows to improve user experience and engagement.