Generating layouts with AI using Wireframer
In this Framer tutorial, you will learn Generating layouts with AI using Wireframer. We explain a practical workflow, highlight the key settings that affect the result, and show how to apply the technique on real pages for cleaner UX and better site performance.
How do I start generating a layout with Wireframer in Framer?
To start generating a layout with Wireframer, head to the insert panel and click Wireframer or press W on your keyboard. This opens a chat in the left sidebar where you can begin prompting. You can either write your own prompt from scratch or use one of the suggested prompts, which provide a preview when you mouse over them. Once you submit your prompt, Wireframer generates responsive sections on the canvas, including navigation, headings, image placeholders, and AI-generated body copy.
What are some tips for writing effective prompts in Wireframer?
To get the best results from Wireframer, be as specific as possible in your prompts. Instead of a generic prompt like ’make me a landing page,’ include details about your subject and desired sections. For example, specify the app or product, the sections you want (like navigation, feature section, testimonial, and footer), and even layout details (such as ’navigation with a title,’ ’footer with five columns,’ or ’feature section with three cards’). You can also refine your prompt further by describing the style or content of each section. Remember, you can continue the conversation with Wireframer to iterate and make big structural changes before moving on to manual edits.
Are there any limitations or things to keep in mind when using Wireframer?
Yes, there are a couple of important things to note. First, your chat with Wireframer is cleared when you close the project or quit Framer, so try to complete your prompting in one session. Second, the chat is not aware of any manual changes you make on the canvas, so it’s best to finish all your prompting before making manual edits. Additionally, each page in your project has its own Wireframer chat, and pages are not aware of one another. If you prompt on a page without an active chat, Wireframer will create a new page automatically rather than overwriting your current one.
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