AI chatbots have recently taken over all industries and Instagram is no different! After the success of its Meta AI chatbot, the platform has introduced yet another new feature that will make your experience even smoother. You can now create custom AI characters on Instagram as an extension of your personality that can stay in touch with your followers. How? Once the Meta AI character is set up, it will send quick replies to your audience and give them a chance to send their feedback. Cool, isn’t it? Stay tuned to get started!
How to Set Up Meta AI Character for Quick Replies
Now you do not have to be bombarded with hundreds of messages with no time to reply. From answering FAQs, sharing facts, or replying back to messages, your personal assistant is ready to make your work easy!
- Open Instagram and tap on the home icon at the bottom left corner.
- Tap on the messaging icon.
- Tap on the new message icon at the top right corner.
- Select AI chats.
- Tap on Try it under Introducing AIs for creators and select Continue.
- Tap on Create AI.
- Select any character under Create an AI character.
- Tap on Custom AI character to add your own image and character.
- Type in your character description under Name, Tagline, and Description.
- Tap on Next.
- Tap on Audience and select from Only Me, My Followers, and Close Friends.
- Select Create.
Why Can’t I Use Meta AI Character on My Instagram?
If you are unable to see the AI Studio and use the new Meta character feature, here are some reasons why:
- Currently, the feature is only available in the United States, therefore, you have geographical restrictions.
- You have a personal account on Instagram. Only creators can use AI Studio.
- You have logged in to the web version of Instagram.
Can I Share My AI in a Group Chat on Instagram?
No, you cannot share the AI character in a group or personal chats on Instagram.
What are the Features of Meta Character AI?
If you are wondering what the added perks are offered in the Meta AI, find out below:
- Customizable AI: You can customize the AI’s name, personality, tone, avatar, and tagline.
- Two Modes of Use: Meta will roll out the character AI in two modes. The first one will be Personal mode used for fun, with the option to share the AI with friends. The second mode is Professional which will be used by creators to engage with followers, answer common questions, and provide information.
- Automated Responses: The AI can answer common DM questions and story replies, share facts about you, link your favorite brands, and past videos, and manage follower engagement.
- Transparency and Control: Creator AI responses are clearly labeled for transparency. Creators can manage auto-replies, decide who the AI replies to, and specify topics to avoid.
- Guided Instructions: Creators can add instructions and example responses to guide the AI on handling specific topics to make sure the characters are not conversing inappropriately with their followers.
- Professional Dashboard: You can manage their AI settings, including turning auto-replies on and off directly through Instagram.
- Integration with Popular Apps: Once the feature is fully available, the AI can be shared and interacted with on Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and the web.
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By following the methods shown in this guide, we hope that now you have understood how to set up the Meta AI character for quick replies. Do not hesitate to drop a comment or suggestions in case you have any queries. Keep visiting TechCult to learn the latest tech-related walkarounds.
