Managing large volumes of images and product descriptions can be overwhelming. Whether you’re an e-commerce manager, a digital marketer, or a content creator, optimizing images and descriptions is crucial for SEO, accessibility, and user engagement. This tutorial will guide you through using the AI Vision Formula add-on for Google Sheets to streamline these tasks efficiently.
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Understanding the AI Vision Formula Add-On
The AI for Sheets is a Google Sheets add-on that leverages AI to help you:
- Bulk Generate Alt Text: Create descriptive alt text for images to improve SEO and accessibility.
- Bulk Create Product Descriptions: Generate engaging product descriptions for e-commerce listings.
- Bulk Tag Images: Assign relevant tags to images for better organization and searchability.
Installation Guide
Step 1: Install AI for Sheets.
Step 2: Open a Google Sheets.
Step 3: Click on “Extensions” in the menu bar.
Step 4: Click on the add-on “AI for Sheets Gemini GPT”.
Step 5: Click “Use Gemini Formulas”.
Setting Up Your Spreadsheet
Prepare Your Data:
- Column A: List your image URLs.
- Column B onwards: Reserve columns for output (e.g., Alt Text, Product Description, Tags).
Example:
| Image URL | Alt Text | Product Description | Tags |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Image URL] | =VISION(“generate alt text for this image.”,A1) | =VISION(“describe this product.”,A1) | =VISION(“10 comma separated tags for this image.”,A1) |
Prompt:
- =VISION(“generate alt text for this image.”,A1)
- =VISION(“describe this product.”,A1)
- =VISION(“10 comma separated tags for this image.”,A1)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I use this add-on with images stored outside Google Drive?
A: Yes, as long as you have a direct URL to the image that’s accessible.
Q2: How do I handle errors in the formula?
A: Common errors may occur due to incorrect image URLs or insufficient permissions. Double-check your inputs and ensure the images are accessible.
Conclusion
By integrating the AI Vision Formula into your workflow, you can automate tedious tasks, enhance your SEO strategy, and focus more on strategic initiatives.