Single Product Generation

The Single Product Generation feature allows you to create high-quality content for one product at a time. This is perfect for when you are adding new items to your store or want to fine-tune the descriptions for your best-selling products. It is designed to be a seamless part of your existing product management workflow, allowing you to harness the power of AI without ever leaving the WooCommerce product editor.

This feature is accessible directly from the WooCommerce product edit screen, meaning you don't have to leave the page you are already working on. It is the most precise way to use AI in your store, as you can review and tweak every field as it is generated.

Where to Find the AI Tools

When you are editing a product in WooCommerce, look at the right-hand sidebar. You will see a panel titled AI Product Tools. This is the metabox where all the individual generation magic happens. If you are using the Block Editor (Gutenberg), it will appear in the sidebar on the right. If you are using the Classic Editor, it will be one of the boxes on the right side of the screen, often near the "Publish" or "Product Categories" boxes.

Panel Controls

The metabox includes a few helpful controls to make your workflow smoother and more efficient:

• Collapse/Expand Toggle: You can click the arrow icon in the top-right corner of the metabox to hide the tools when you don't need them. This is great for keeping your workspace clean when you are focusing on other product details like pricing, shipping, or inventory management.
• Pin Button: If you want the AI tools to stay in a fixed position as you scroll down the page, click the pin icon. This is incredibly useful when you are working on long product descriptions and want to generate tags or a short description without having to scroll all the way back up to the top of the page. It keeps your tools always within reach.

Model and Provider Information

At the top of the metabox, you will see information about the current AI configuration. This shows you which AI provider (like OpenAI, Gemini, or Claude) and which specific model (like GPT-4o or Claude 3.5 Sonnet) is being used to generate your content. This transparency helps you understand the quality and potential cost of the generation, as different models have different capabilities.

Fallback Warning

Sometimes, an AI provider might be temporarily unavailable due to high traffic, API maintenance, or regional outages. In these cases, the plugin might automatically switch to a fallback model (if you have one configured in the settings) to ensure your work isn't interrupted. If this happens, a small warning will appear in the metabox to let you know that a different model is being used for the current session.

Generation Buttons

The metabox features four primary buttons, each color-coded for easy identification and quick access. Clicking any of these will start the generation process for that specific field.

1. Generate Title (Blue): Creates a new, SEO-friendly title for your product. It tries to include important keywords while keeping the title catchy and readable for human shoppers. It is perfect for turning a boring manufacturer title into something that sells.
2. Generate Description (Red): Writes a comprehensive, HTML-formatted description for the main product content area. It uses paragraphs, lists, and bold text to make the content look professional and easy to scan. It focuses on benefits, features, and persuasive language.
3. Generate Short Description (Purple): Creates a concise summary that usually appears near the product image on your storefront. This is often the first thing customers read, so the AI focuses on making it punchy, informative, and persuasive.
4. Generate Tags (Green): Suggests relevant tags based on your product's name, category, and attributes. These tags help with your store's internal search functionality and can also help search engines understand the context of your product better.

How the Generation Works

The AI doesn't just guess what your product is. It acts like a professional copywriter who has studied your product data. It analyzes all the information you have already entered for that product, including:

• The current product name: This is the primary source of information for the AI. It uses the name to understand the core identity of the product.
• Assigned categories: Knowing if a product is a "Shirt," a "Laptop," or a "Garden Tool" helps the AI choose the right tone, vocabulary, and selling points.
• Product attributes: Details like size, color, material, or technical specs (e.g., "16GB RAM," "Waterproof") are woven into the description to make it accurate, informative, and helpful for the customer.
• The product price: The AI might adjust its tone based on whether the product is a luxury item (using more sophisticated language) or a budget-friendly option (focusing on value and savings).

The more information you provide in these fields, the better and more accurate the AI-generated content will be. We highly recommend filling in your attributes and selecting a category before you click any generation buttons.

Loading Indicators

When you click a generation button, a loading spinner will appear over the target field (like the main description editor). This shows you exactly where the AI is working and prevents you from making accidental edits while the content is being written. Once the process is complete, the new content will automatically appear in that field, replacing whatever was there before (unless you have configured it to append content in the settings).

Step-by-Step Workflow

Follow these steps to generate content for a single product with maximum efficiency:

1. Open the Product: Go to Products > All Products and click "Edit" on the item you want to enhance.
2. Fill in Basic Data: Ensure you have at least a title and a category assigned. Adding attributes like "Material: Cotton" or "Color: Blue" will greatly improve the results.
3. Click a Tool: In the AI Product Tools metabox, click the button for the content you want to create (e.g., "Generate Description").
4. Wait for the AI: The loading indicator will show that the AI is processing your request. This usually takes between 5 and 15 seconds, depending on the length of the content and the speed of the AI provider.
5. Review the Content: Once the text appears in the WooCommerce field, read through it. You can make manual edits directly in the WooCommerce editor if you want to change a specific word, add a personal anecdote, or fix a minor detail.
6. Save Your Changes: Click the "Update" button in the WooCommerce "Publish" box to save your new AI-generated content and make it live on your store.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Metabox is Missing

If you don't see the "AI Product Tools" panel in your sidebar:

1. Check Screen Options: Click the "Screen Options" tab at the very top-right of the page. Ensure the "AI Product Tools" checkbox is checked.
2. Plugin Activation: Verify that the plugin is active in your Plugins list.
3. User Permissions: Ensure your user account has the "edit_products" capability. If you are an Editor or Shop Manager, your Administrator might need to grant you access.
4. JavaScript Errors: Sometimes another plugin might have a JavaScript error that prevents our metabox from loading. Try deactivating other plugins to see if it returns.

Generation is Slow

If the loading spinner stays for more than 30 seconds:

1. Check API Key: Go to the plugin settings and ensure your API key is valid and has a green checkmark.
2. Provider Status: Sometimes AI providers like OpenAI experience high traffic. Try switching to a different provider (like Gemini or Claude) in the settings.
3. Internet Connection: Ensure your server can make outbound requests to the AI provider's API. Some security plugins or firewalls might block these requests.
4. Model Choice: Some very large models are slower than smaller, "turbo" models. Try a faster model if speed is a priority.

Content is Inaccurate

If the AI writes something that doesn't match your product:

1. Add More Attributes: The AI needs data. If you haven't added attributes like "Material" or "Brand," the AI has to guess, which can lead to inaccuracies.
2. Check Category: Ensure the product is in the correct category. A "Shirt" in the "Electronics" category will confuse the AI and lead to strange descriptions.
3. Refine Your Prompts: You can adjust the global prompts in the settings to give the AI better instructions on how to handle your specific types of products.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does generating content for a single product use credits?

Yes, if you are using the Advanced models (like GPT-4o), each generation will use credits from your monthly balance. However, if you use the Standard models, it is often free depending on your plan.

Can I undo a generation?

WooCommerce has a "Revisions" feature that allows you to go back to a previous version of your product description if you don't like the AI's output.

Will the AI overwrite my existing description?

By default, yes. However, you can change this in the settings to "Append" the new content either before or after your existing text.

Can I generate content in multiple languages?

Yes! You can change the target language in the main settings, and the single product generator will respect that setting.

Best Practices for Single Product Generation

• Attributes First: Always fill in your product attributes before clicking generate. This is the single most important factor in content quality.
• Review and Refine: AI is a great starting point, but a quick manual edit can add that personal touch that converts visitors into customers. Think of the AI as your first draft.
• Use the Pin Feature: If you are writing a very long description, pin the metabox so you can quickly generate tags or a short description without scrolling back to the top.
• Test Different Models: Some models are better at creative writing, while others are better at technical specs. Experiment in the settings to find your favorite for different types of products.
• Don't Over-Generate: If you like a description, save it! Generating again will replace the current content, and you might lose a version you liked.

Complete End-to-End Example: Adding a New Product

Imagine you are adding a new luxury item to your store. Here is the perfect workflow to get it live in minutes:

1. Create Product: You click "Add New" under the Products menu in your WordPress dashboard.
2. Enter Title: You type "Premium Leather Wallet" as a placeholder.
3. Add Attributes: You add "Material: Full-grain leather," "Color: Cognac Brown," and "Features: RFID Blocking."
4. Set Category: You select "Accessories > Wallets" from the category list.
5. Generate Description: You click the red "Generate Description" button in the AI Product Tools metabox.
6. Wait: After 10 seconds, a beautiful 3-paragraph description appears in the editor, mentioning the cognac brown leather and the security of RFID blocking.
7. Generate Tags: You click the green "Generate Tags" button. Five relevant tags like "leather wallet," "mens accessories," and "RFID protection" are added automatically.
8. Final Review: You read the text, change "Cognac Brown" to "Our Signature Cognac" to better match your brand's voice, and click "Publish."
9. Result: In less than 2 minutes, you have a professionally written, SEO-optimized product page that is ready to start making sales!

What's Next?

Now that you know how to enhance individual products, you might want to explore these topics:

• Learn how to process your entire catalog at once in the Bulk Description Generator guide.
• Discover how to optimize your store for search engines with the SEO Meta Generator.
• See how to automate this entire process for new products in the Automation Jobs section.
• Learn how to customize the AI's voice and behavior in the Settings Configuration guide.
• Explore the AI Shop Assistant to help customers find your new products.