Ask Meta AI Instagram: Your New Social Media Sidekick

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Karen Lin

Instagram Tips | Nov 20, 2024

Want More Real Instagram Followers?

Step aside, ChatGPT! There’s a new AI assistant in town—and it’s built specifically to make your social media presence better. We’re talking about Ask Meta AI Instagram—a digital sidekick that answers questions and generates creative ideas straight from IG.

The AI trend on Instagram has been getting bigger and bigger. And now, the Meta network finally has its own AI tool to help you boost your Instagram presence. Curious about how it works? In this guide, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about it. Keep scrolling to learn how Instagram’s new built-in AI can improve your Instagram creator experience!

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What Is Ask Meta AI on Instagram?

Meta AI is an interactive digital assistant integrated into Instagram that helps you answer questions and generate content ideas. It’s grounded in a state-of-the-art language model called LLaMA. Meta claims it’s the “most intelligent AI assistant you can use for free” in today’s day and age!

Ask the AI tool anything, and you’ll get a high-quality response in mere seconds. It does everything from answering general questions to offering recommendations for travel destinations, meal plans, and more. It can even generate unique images based on any creative prompt! It’s perfect for searching for whatever you need without leaving the Instagram app.

Instagram users can access the AI feature through their direct messages. On the search field, instead of the typical magnifying glass, you should see the logo of a blue hollow circle. And instead of “Search,” the field should say “Ask Meta AI”. Tap on that and ask away!

The AI tool isn’t available for everyone yet. Meta and Instagram are still currently rolling out the feature slowly but surely, one location and user at a time. So, if you don’t have it yet, don’t sulk. You’ll get it way sooner than you think!

How To Use Instagram Meta AI Search

Are you one of the lucky users who can see the AI feature in your inbox’s search bar? Here’s how to use it, step by step:

1. On the Instagram app, tap the messaging icon at the top-right of the screen. This should take you to your direct message inbox.

2. Tap the search bar that says “Ask Meta AI.” You should see some search suggestions underneath to inspire you.

Path Social’s screenshot of the AI search field in the Instagram message search field with search recommendations.

3. Type your question or task. There should be autocomplete suggestions underneath that you can choose from, too. Then, hit the Send button.

Path Social’s screenshot of a question being typed into Instagram’s AI feature with search suggestions underneath.

4. A new conversational chat window with the AI tool should pop up. Wait a few seconds for the AI assistant to come up with an answer to your query.

Path Social’s screenshot of a conversation with Meta’s AI tool featuring dinner suggestions.

5. Tap the thumbs up or down symbol to tell Instagram how happy you are with the response.

Want to ask the tool to generate an image for you? Start your query in the message field with the word “imagine.” For example, “Imagine a busy library,” or “Imagine two corgis begging for a treat!”

Path Social’s screenshot of Meta AI generating a photo of two dogs after a prompt in the chat.

After your first interaction, your chat with the AI assistant should appear in your inbox. Just tap on it to bring up the chat box again and ask more questions whenever you want.

Different Ways To Use AI To Boost Your Instagram

The AI tool’s interactive element allows you to ask whatever you want, no matter how far-fetched and random. However, the best way to use it is to fine-tune and improve your Instagram presence. Want to improve Instagram posts with AI? Here are some ways the tool can help you do so:

  • Get help writing eloquent, entertaining, engaging captions and comment responses.
  • Strategize creative content ideas to fill your feed with beautiful, engaging posts.
  • Generate IG hashtags relevant to your niche and content buckets to boost visibility on Instagram.
  • Find influencers who are popular in specific niches and communities to collaborate with.

How To Turn Off Ask Meta AI Instagram

You can’t turn off the AI assistant on Instagram, as you’ll always see it in your message search box. But you can always mute the chat box you have with it. Here’s how to do it:

1. Swipe left on the Meta AI conversation in your DMs.

2. Tap the three horizontal dots that appear beside the conversation name.

3. Select Mute and then Mute messages.

How To Delete Your Conversations With Meta AI

Want to remove a specific query and answer in your conversation history with the AI assistant? To delete a conversation with the AI tool, tap and hold the individual message you want to remove. Then, hit “Delete for you.” Note that the content deletion process takes about 90 days, even if it no longer appears in your chat box.

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AI Is the Next Big Thing for Instagram Growth for Creators!

Instagram’s new AI search tool isn’t just intelligent. It’s also creative and can help you churn out high-quality content and captions. This lets you create more impactful content to attract new fans, allowing you to grow your followers effortlessly!

But Ask Meta AI Instagram isn’t the only way you can use AI to boost your online presence. There are many other ways AI can help get more eyes on your content—like Path Social.

We use AI to promote your content straight to your audience’s screens. That way, you get more visibility and engagement on your posts, along with a tribe of authentic, 100% real followers.

Our AI-powered system has helped thousands of creators like Terrell Conyers organically balloon their fanbase. And we’ll do it for you, too! Elevate your Instagram game and get more followers with Path Social!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I request Meta AI on Instagram?

There’s currently no way to request the AI tool if you haven’t already seen it on your Instagram app. The platform is rolling out the feature slowly—first for select accounts and then for a full rollout later on. So, sit tight! The feature should appear on your app soon.

How do I get Meta AI to generate images?

To generate images with the AI tool, type “Imagine” followed by your prompt. For example, “Imagine a rainbow” or “Imagine a basketball team on the court.” Then, hit enter and wait for Instagram to generate your image.

How do I object to Meta AI on Instagram?

Meta uses people’s Instagram data to train its AI feature. If you’re not comfortable with the platform using your info, you can always object to it. 

When you get a notification from Meta saying they’ll start using your data for AI optimization, hit the “Object” button. That’s it! Now, they can’t use your data to build their AI tools.