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Getting better results

AI is powerful, but it works best when you guide it well. Here are proven techniques for getting better results from Clyro.

1. Start Simple, Then Refine

Instead of trying to get everything perfect in one prompt, take an iterative approach:

  1. 1.Make a basic change first
  2. 2.Review the result
  3. 3.Make follow-up adjustments
  4. 4.Repeat until satisfied

Example iteration:

1. "Add an announcement bar"

2. "Make the announcement bar background dark blue"

3. "Add a dismiss button to the announcement bar"

4. "Center the text in the announcement bar"

2. Use Reference Points

Help Clyro identify elements by referencing visible content:

  • The button that says "Add to Cart"
  • The section with the customer reviews
  • The menu item labeled "Shop"
  • The image slider at the top of the page

3. Be Specific About Values

When you have specific requirements, include exact values:

Vague
Specific
"Make it blue"
"Change to #2563EB"
"Make it bigger"
"Increase to 24px"
"Add space"
"Add 40px margin-bottom"

4. Preview Before Applying

Always check the preview before applying changes:

  • Test on desktop, tablet, and mobile views
  • Navigate to different pages to see the impact
  • Look for unintended side effects
  • Verify the change matches your expectation

Remember: Previewing is free. You only use credits when you apply changes.

5. Learn From History

Your edit history is a learning resource:

  • See what prompts worked well
  • Identify patterns in successful edits
  • Reuse phrasing that got good results

6. Don't Fight the AI

If Clyro keeps misunderstanding, try a different approach:

  • Rephrase using different words
  • Break the request into smaller parts
  • Use more or less detail
  • Try the Advanced model for complex requests

7. Use Natural Language

You don't need to speak in code or technical terms:

Both of these work:

Technical: "Set font-weight to 700 on h1 elements"

Natural: "Make the main headings bold"

8. Provide Context When Helpful

Sometimes context improves results:

"I'm running a sale next week, add a countdown timer that ends on Friday at midnight"

"My brand colors are navy and gold, update the buttons to match"

9. Ask for Alternatives

If you're not sure what you want, ask for options:

"Show me 3 different ways to style the product price"

10. Use Checkpoints

Before major changes, create a checkpoint:

  1. 1.Go to History
  2. 2.Click "Create Checkpoint"
  3. 3.Name it something memorable
  4. 4.Now experiment freely!

This gives you a safe point to return to if experiments don't work out.

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