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How to Generate and Edit Images Using Ask AI

Generate stunning visuals and edit them instantly in GHL Customer Care using Ask AI’s natural-language prompts, perfect for social posts, email creatives, and websites.

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  1. Key Benefits of Generating & Editing Images with Ask AI
  2. How To Generate and Edit Images with Ask AI
  3. 1: Generate & Edit Images in the Ask AI Modal
  4. 2. Edit Images Generated via Content AI
  5. 3. Save or Copy Images
  6. Supported Aspect Ratios
  7. Example Use Cases
  8. Session-Aware Editing & History
  9. Frequently Asked Questions
  10. Related Articles

This article explains how to generate, edit, and describe images with Ask AI. You can create images from conversational prompts, modify generated or attached images, and ask questions about an image. Ask AI also supports multiple aspect ratios for social posts, Stories, videos, banners, portrait graphics, and landscape content.

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What is Generating & Editing Images with Ask AI? 

Ask AI helps you create and work with images through natural-language prompts. You can generate a new image, edit an existing image, or attach an image and ask Ask AI to describe or analyze it.

When generating an image, you can specify an aspect ratio or describe the intended platform or use case. Ask AI uses that information to create an appropriately formatted image.

Key Benefits of Generating & Editing Images with Ask AI

This feature transforms your creative process with several key advantages:

  • Generate stunning visuals instantly by simply typing descriptive prompts.
  • Refine images effortlessly using natural language commands to adjust details such as backgrounds or artistic styles.
  • Retain complete session history for continuous, iterative edits without losing previous versions.
  • Easily save your favorite images to the Media Library for reuse in future projects.
  • Enhance your visual content across social media, email, and web platforms with minimal effort.

How To Generate and Edit Images with Ask AI 

Setting up Smarter Visuals with Ask AI is simple and ensures a smooth creative flow. Follow these step-by-step instructions to begin generating and editing your visuals:

Note: Make sure your account has either the $97/month AI Employee subscription or Content AI pay‑per‑use enabled.

1: Generate & Edit Images in the Ask AI Modal

  1. Log in to your sub‑account.
  2. Click the AskAI button in the top right navigation bar.
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    1. Log in to your sub‑account.
    2. Click the AskAI button in the top right navigation bar. this image
    3. Enter your prompt in the text field—for example: "Generate an image of a beautiful sunset"
    4. Submit the prompt by pressing Enter or clicking the Arrowhead button.
    5. Wait a few seconds for the AI to process and generate the image.
    6. Focus the prompt field below your generated image.
    7. Enter an edit‑style instruction—for example: "Add a few birds in the sky"
    8. Submit the edit prompt.
    9. Wait as AskAI applies the change and generates the edited image.
  3. Enter your prompt in the text field—for example: "Generate an image of a beautiful sunset"
  4. Submit the prompt by pressing Enter or clicking the Arrowhead button.
  5. Wait a few seconds for the AI to process and generate the image.
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    1. Log in to your sub‑account.
    2. Click the AskAI button in the top right navigation bar.
    3. Enter your prompt in the text field—for example: "Generate an image of a beautiful sunset"
    4. Submit the prompt by pressing Enter or clicking the Arrowhead button.
    5. Wait a few seconds for the AI to process and generate the image. this image
    6. Focus the prompt field below your generated image.
    7. Enter an edit‑style instruction—for example: "Add a few birds in the sky"
    8. Submit the edit prompt.
    9. Wait as AskAI applies the change and generates the edited image.
  6. Focus the prompt field below your generated image.
  7. Enter an edit‑style instruction—for example: "Add a few birds in the sky"
  8. Submit the edit prompt.
  9. Wait as AskAI applies the change and generates the edited image.
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    All 9 steps in this procedure
    1. Log in to your sub‑account.
    2. Click the AskAI button in the top right navigation bar.
    3. Enter your prompt in the text field—for example: "Generate an image of a beautiful sunset"
    4. Submit the prompt by pressing Enter or clicking the Arrowhead button.
    5. Wait a few seconds for the AI to process and generate the image.
    6. Focus the prompt field below your generated image.
    7. Enter an edit‑style instruction—for example: "Add a few birds in the sky"
    8. Submit the edit prompt.
    9. Wait as AskAI applies the change and generates the edited image. this image

2. Edit Images Generated via Content AI

You can also edit any AI‑generated image from Content AI

  1. Navigate to a Content AI workflow—e.g., Marketing > Social Planner.

  2. Create a new post and generate an image with AI or open an existing Content AI–generated post.

  3. Click the Edit with AskAI button.

  4. Enter your edit prompt (e.g., “Change the latte art to a cat”).

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    1. Navigate to a Content AI workflow—e.g., Marketing > Social Planner.
    2. Create a new post and generate an image with AI or open an existing Content AI–generated post.
    3. Click the Edit with AskAI button.
    4. Enter your edit prompt (e.g., “Change the latte art to a cat”). this image
    5. Submit and wait for the updated image to render.

  5. Submit and wait for the updated image to render.

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    1. Navigate to a Content AI workflow—e.g., Marketing > Social Planner.
    2. Create a new post and generate an image with AI or open an existing Content AI–generated post.
    3. Click the Edit with AskAI button.
    4. Enter your edit prompt (e.g., “Change the latte art to a cat”).
    5. Submit and wait for the updated image to render. this image

3. Save or Copy Images

After any generation or edit:

  1. Click the Save icon to add the image to your GHL Customer Care Media Library permanently.

  2. Click the Copy button to place it on your clipboard for pasting elsewhere.

  3. If you don’t save an image, it remains accessible only within your AskAI session.

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    1. Click the Save icon to add the image to your GHL Customer Care Media Library permanently.
    2. Click the Copy button to place it on your clipboard for pasting elsewhere.
    3. If you don’t save an image, it remains accessible only within your AskAI session. this image

Supported Aspect Ratios

Ask AI supports the following aspect ratios:

Aspect ratioCommon use
1:1Square posts and profile images
4:5Instagram feed posts
9:16Stories, Reels, and TikTok content
16:9YouTube thumbnails and banners
21:9Cinematic graphics and wide headers
2:3Portrait images
3:4Portrait images
3:2Landscape images
4:3Landscape images
5:4Landscape images

Include the ratio directly in the prompt when you need a specific format.

Example:

Create a cinematic city skyline at night in a 21:9 aspect ratio.

You can also describe the intended platform or use case.

Example:

Create an image for an Instagram Story promoting a summer event.

Ask AI uses the prompt’s intent to determine an appropriate image format when you do not specify a ratio.

Example Use Cases

  • Social media post graphics matching seasonal promotions.
  • Hero images for sales pages or website sections.
  • Custom email banner visuals to improve engagement.
  • Product mockups or lifestyle images for ads.
  • Visual storytelling for blog or landing pages.

Session-Aware Editing & History

Ask AI keeps your edit context intact so you can keep iterating without starting over.

  • Edits are tied to the specific image you started from.
  • You can always return to your original Ask AI session to continue refining.
  • Images are only saved to your Media Library when you choose to save them — no clutter!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I specify a particular style for the generated images?

Yes, you can include details like “cartoon,” “realistic,” or “3D” in your prompt to tailor the visual style.

Q: Where are the generated images stored?

Images are initially saved within your Ask AI session. Click “Save” to transfer an image to your Media Library.

Q: How do I select an aspect ratio?

Include the aspect ratio in your prompt. For example, enter “Create a product image in a 4:5 aspect ratio.”

Q: Can Ask AI choose the aspect ratio automatically?

Yes. Describe the intended platform or use case in your prompt, such as an Instagram Story or YouTube thumbnail. Ask AI uses that intent to select an appropriate format.

Q: Do edits made through Ask AI appear in the Content AI history?

No, currently, these edits are contained within Ask AI’s session history only.

Q: Is there an extra charge for these features?

No additional billing applies; these capabilities are included for accounts with AI Employee access and when using Pay Per Use for Content AI.

Q: Can I keep editing an image indefinitely?

Yes! You can refine an image as many times as you like in your Ask AI session.

Q: Do I need design skills to use this?

No! You only need to describe your idea clearly — Ask AI handles the design.

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