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Single Image Upload
Single Image Upload is perfect for quickly adding individual products to merchi.ai. Upload one product at a time with a single image.
When to Use
Single Image Upload is ideal for:
- Adding individual new products
- Testing content generation
- Quick product additions
- Updating existing product images
For bulk uploads, consider ZIP Upload or Spreadsheet Import.
Upload Process
Step 1: Enter Product ID
- Go to Add Products
- Select Single Image Upload
- Enter the Product ID
- Use your SKU or product code
- This must be unique
- Avoid special characters
Step 2: Upload Image
- Click the upload area or drag and drop
- Select your product image
- Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, AVIF, TIFF, BMP, SVG
Step 3: Submit
- Review your Product ID and image
- Click Submit
- Wait for processing to complete
Image Requirements
Size
- Minimum: 400x400 pixels
- Recommended: 800x800 or larger
- Maximum: 4000x4000 pixels
Quality
- High resolution preferred
- Clear, well-lit images
- Product should be main focus
- Avoid blurry or dark images
Content
- Show product clearly
- Include identifying features
- Labels and text help if readable
- White or neutral background recommended
Product ID Guidelines
Your Product ID should:
- Be unique in your system
- Match your existing inventory codes
- Not contain special characters
- Be memorable and consistent
Examples:
SKU-12345PROD-WIDGET-001ITEM_A_LARGE_BLUE
After Upload
Once submitted:
- Processing: AI analyzes your image
- Generation: Content is created
- Available: Product appears in All Products View
Processing typically takes 30-60 seconds.
Viewing Results
After processing:
- Go to All Products View
- Search for your Product ID
- Click to view product details
- Review and edit as needed
- Change workflow status when ready
Adding More Images Later
To add additional images to a product:
- Find the product in All Products View
- Open product details
- Use the image management section
- Upload additional images
- Regenerate content if desired
Tips for Best Results
Image Quality Matters
- Better images produce better content
- Multiple clear shots are ideal
- Show distinctive features
Consistent Product IDs
- Use a consistent naming scheme
- Makes products easier to find
- Helps with organization
Review Promptly
- Check generated content quickly
- Make edits while fresh
- Approve or reject for workflow
Troubleshooting
Image Won’t Upload
- Check file format (JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, AVIF, TIFF, BMP, SVG)
- Ensure file isn’t too large
- Try a different browser
- Check internet connection
Product ID Already Exists
- Use a unique ID
- Check All Products View for existing product
- Update existing product instead
Poor Content Quality
- Use a higher quality image
- Ensure product is clearly visible
- Check Writing Knowledge settings
