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# Getting Started with AI

Get up and running with Typeform AI in minutes. This guide will walk you through activating AI features and creating your first AI-powered form.

## Prerequisites

To use Typeform AI, you'll need:

* A Typeform account (Free, Basic, Plus, or Enterprise)
* AI features enabled on your plan
* A modern web browser

> **Info**
>
> **Beta Access**: Some AI features are currently in beta. Check your account
> settings to request access if needed.

## Step 1: Enable AI Features

1. Log into your Typeform account
2. Navigate to **Settings** > **AI Features**
3. Review and accept the AI Terms
4. Toggle on the AI features you want to use

## Step 2: Create Your First AI Form

### Using the AI Form Builder

The fastest way to create a form with AI:

### Start with a Prompt

Click **Create with AI** from your workspace dashboard and describe what you want to create:

> "Create a customer satisfaction survey for a SaaS product with NPS, feature feedback, and open-ended questions"

### Review Generated Form

AI will generate a complete form with:

* Optimized question structure
* Logical flow and branching
* Professional styling
* Thank you screen

### Customize and Refine

Make any adjustments:

* Edit questions
* Adjust logic jumps
* Modify design
* Add or remove fields

### Publish and Share

When satisfied, publish your form and share it with your audience.

## Step 3: Enhance with Interaction AI

Add intelligence to help respondents:

### Enable Clarify with AI

1. Select any question field
2. Click **AI Settings**
3. Toggle on "Clarify with AI"
4. AI will provide context-aware help when respondents need it

### Add FAQ with AI

1. Navigate to form settings
2. Enable "FAQ with AI"
3. Upload your knowledge base or FAQs
4. AI will answer questions inline during form completion

## Step 4: Analyze with Insights AI

Once you start collecting responses:

### Use Ask AI

1. Go to your form **Results** page
2. Click **Ask AI** in the top menu
3. Ask questions in natural language:
   * "What are the main themes in the feedback?"
   * "How many respondents rated us 9 or 10?"
   * "Show me trends over the last month"

### View Smart Insights

* Navigate to **Insights** tab
* Review AI-generated summaries
* Explore sentiment analysis
* Check trend predictions

## Quick Tips for Success

### Best Practices for AI Prompts

**Be Specific**

```
❌ "Create a survey"
✅ "Create a 5-question customer feedback survey for an e-commerce store focusing on shipping experience, product quality, and customer service"
```

**Include Context**

* Mention your industry
* Specify your audience
* State your goal
* Define desired length

**Iterate**
Don't expect perfection on the first try. Refine your prompts based on results.

### Optimizing AI Performance

**For Better Form Generation:**

* Include question count in your prompt
* Specify response types (multiple choice, rating, open-ended)
* Mention any required logic or branching

**For Better Interactions:**

* Keep your FAQ knowledge base up-to-date
* Use clear, consistent terminology
* Test AI responses before publishing

**For Better Insights:**

* Ask specific, focused questions
* Include time ranges when relevant
* Request actionable recommendations

## Common Use Cases

### Quick Start Templates

**Customer Feedback Survey**

```
Prompt: "Create a post-purchase feedback survey with product rating, shipping experience, and likelihood to recommend"
```

**Employee Engagement Survey**

```
Prompt: "Create an anonymous employee engagement survey measuring satisfaction, growth opportunities, and work-life balance"
```

**Lead Qualification Form**

```
Prompt: "Create a B2B lead qualification form capturing company size, budget, timeline, and pain points"
```

**Event Registration**

```
Prompt: "Create an event registration form with dietary preferences, t-shirt size, and workshop selection"
```

## Troubleshooting

### AI Feature Not Available?

* Check your plan includes AI features
* Verify AI is enabled in settings
* Try refreshing your browser
* Contact support if issue persists

### Generated Form Needs Improvement?

* Refine your prompt with more detail
* Use the "Regenerate" option
* Edit specific questions manually
* Try breaking complex forms into smaller prompts

### AI Responses Not Accurate?

* Update your knowledge base content
* Review and improve FAQ quality
* Provide more context in form instructions
* Report feedback to improve AI training

## Next Steps

Now that you're up and running, explore specific AI capabilities:

* **[AI Form Builder](./ai-form-builder)** - Master advanced form generation
* **[Clarify with AI](./clarify-with-ai)** - Set up intelligent help
* **[Ask AI](./ask-ai)** - Query your data with natural language
* **[Use Cases](./marketing-forms)** - See AI in action

## Getting Help

### Resources

* **Help Center**: Searchable knowledge base
* **Community**: Connect with other users
* **AI Updates**: Follow our changelog for new features

### Support

* **Chat Support**: Available in-app
* **Email**: [ai-support@typeform.com](mailto:ai-support@typeform.com)
* **Office Hours**: Weekly AI Q\&A sessions

Ready to create something amazing? Click **Create with AI** in your workspace to begin!