Quick Start Guide
Generate your first AI-powered product descriptions in under 10 minutes with this step-by-step guide
This guide will help you generate your first AI-powered product descriptions in under 10 minutes. We'll walk through the essential setup and create your first product content.
What You'll Accomplish
API Configuration
Generation Modes
Content Generation
Generate content for your first product
Apply Results
Step 1: API Configuration
Choose Your AI Provider
AI Product Tools supports two leading AI providers:
OpenAI (ChatGPT)
- Models: GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, o1-preview
- Best for: Creative, detailed descriptions
- Pricing: Pay-per-use
Google Gemini AI
- Models: Gemini 1.5 Pro, Flash, Flash-8B
- Best for: Fast, efficient generation
- Pricing: Generous free tier
Get Your API Key
For OpenAI:
- Visit platform.openai.com
- Create an account or sign in
- Navigate to API Keys
- Click Create new secret key
- Copy the key (starts with
sk-
)
For Google Gemini:
- Visit aistudio.google.com
- Sign in with your Google account
- Click Get API Key
- Create a new project if needed
- Copy the API key
Configure in Plugin
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Access Settings
- Go to AI Product Tools → Settings
- Click on API Settings tab
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Select Provider
- Choose your preferred AI provider
- The interface will update accordingly
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Enter API Key
- Paste your API key in the appropriate field
- Click Save Settings
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Test Connection
- The plugin will automatically test your API key
- Look for the green checkmark confirmation
💡 Tip: Keep your API key secure and never share it publicly.
Step 2: Choose Your Generation Mode
AI Product Tools offers multiple powerful generation modes to suit different needs:
Standard Bulk Generator
Best for: Simple, fast bulk generation
- Features: Unlimited generations, basic customization
- Credit System: No credits required
- Ideal for: Basic needs, simple descriptions
- Speed: Very fast processing
Advanced Bulk Generator
Best for: Detailed, customized content
- Features: Custom fields, variables, HTML support
- Credit System: 250 free credits monthly
- Ideal for: growth-focused stores, detailed descriptions
- AI Smart Parameters™: Automatic optimization
Title Generator
Best for: SEO-optimized product titles
- Features: Bulk title generation
- Credit System: Uses Advanced credits
- Ideal for: SEO optimization, title standardization
- Focus: Keyword optimization
Single Product Generation
Best for: Individual product focus
- Features: Real-time generation and editing
- Credit System: No credits required
- Ideal for: growth-focused stores, testing, quick updates
- Control: Maximum customization
Making Your Choice
Generation Mode Decision Matrix
Your Need | Recommended Mode | Why |
---|---|---|
Large catalog (100+ products) | Standard Bulk Generator | Unlimited generations, fast processing |
growth-focused stores | Advanced Bulk Generator or Single Product | Custom fields, AI Smart Parameters™ |
SEO optimization | Title Generator | Specialized for keyword-rich titles |
Testing & experimentation | Single Product Generation | No credit usage, immediate feedback |
Custom product fields | Advanced Bulk Generator | Variable mapping and custom fields |
Limited budget | Standard Bulk Generator | No credit requirements |
HTML formatting needed | Advanced Bulk Generator | Rich text and HTML support |
Mixed requirements | Combination approach | Use different modes for different products |
💡 Pro Tip: You can use different modes for different products. For example, use Standard Bulk Generator for your main catalog and Advanced for featured products.
Step 3: Generate Your First Product
Using Single Product Generation (Recommended for First Try)
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Navigate to Products
- Go to Products → All Products
- Click Edit on any product
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Find AI Product Tools Box
- Scroll down to find the "AI Product Tools" meta box
- If not visible, check Screen Options at the top
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Configure Generation Options
- Generate Short Description: ✅ Recommended
- Generate Full Description: ✅ Recommended
- Generate Tags: ✅ Optional
- Language: Select your preferred language
- Writing Style: Choose from Professional, Creative, etc.
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Start Generation
- Click Generate Content
- Wait for the AI to process (usually 10-30 seconds)
Using Bulk Generation
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Access Toolkit Dashboard
- Go to AI Product Tools → Toolkit
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Choose Your Mode
- Click on Standard Bulk Generator or Advanced Bulk Generator
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Select Products
- Use the product selector to choose products
- You can filter by category, status, etc.
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Configure Settings
- Set your generation preferences
- Choose what content to generate
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Start Bulk Generation
- Click Start Generation
- Monitor progress in real-time
Step 4: Review and Apply
Review Generated Content
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Check Quality
- Read through the generated descriptions
- Ensure they match your brand voice
- Verify product information accuracy
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Make Edits if Needed
- Edit content directly in the preview
- Adjust length or style as needed
- Add specific details if missing
Apply to Products
For Single Products:
- Click Apply to Product in the meta box
- The content will be saved to your product
For Bulk Operations:
- Review each product in the results table
- Click Approve for individual items
- Or use Auto-Approve for bulk application
Verify Results
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Check Product Pages
- Visit your product pages on the frontend
- Verify descriptions appear correctly
- Test on mobile devices
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SEO Considerations
- Ensure descriptions are unique
- Check for appropriate keyword usage
- Verify meta descriptions if generated
What's Next
Congratulations! You've successfully generated your first AI-powered product content. Here's what to explore next:
Immediate Next Steps
Generate More Products
Try bulk generation for efficiency
Customize Settings
Fine-tune prompts and preferences
Explore Variables
Learn about dynamic content insertion
Advanced Features
Custom Fields Integration
Map product data to variables
AI Models
Learn about different AI models
Best Practices
Optimization techniques and tips
Quick Reference
Essential Shortcuts
- Toolkit Dashboard: AI Product Tools → Toolkit
- Settings: AI Product Tools → Settings
- Single Generation: Edit Product → AI Product Tools box
- History: AI Product Tools → History
Default Settings
- Language: English
- Style: Professional
- Max Length: 500 characters
- Short Length: 150 characters
- Tags Count: 3
Common Actions
- Test API: Settings → API Settings → Save
- Bulk Generate: Toolkit → Choose Mode → Select Products
- Single Generate: Edit Product → Generate Content
- View History: AI Product Tools → History
Need Help?
Troubleshooting
Check common issues and solutions
FAQ
Review frequently asked questions
Best Practices
Read optimization tips