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LocalMessages - AI Generated Messages

Use AI to create effective text messages for your customers

Rocio Fischetti avatar
Written by Rocio Fischetti
Updated over a week ago

LocalMessages provides an excellent way to communicate with your customers via text. However, crafting effective messaging can be time-consuming and challenging for small business owners

To simplify this, OneLocal users can leverage AI to quickly generate any type of text message for single or bulk delivery via the LocalMessages or LocalContacts web dashboards

How It Works

  1. Generate Messages with AI:

Once the AI generates the message, you can:

  • Send it as is

  • Edit it to your liking

  • Click Regenerate to have the AI create a new version

After finalizing your message, insert it, select your recipients, and click Send


What Is A Prompt?

A prompt is an instruction or discussion topic provided to AI for a response. In LocalMessages, prompts are used to generate various message types as outlined above. Effective prompts are:

  • Open-ended

  • Customizable based on audience desires and triggers

  • Aligned with your communication goals

By mastering prompt writing, you can make the most out of AI's capabilities and streamline your customer communication process.

Ready to get started? Use AI to craft your next text message with LocalMessages today!


OneLocal's AI can generate various types of SMS messages, including:

  • Promotional offers

  • Product or service announcements

  • 'Thank you' messages

  • Educational updates

  • Holiday greetings

You can use a Custom Prompt or the Prompt Builder to guide the AI effectively

Tips for Writing Effective AI Prompts

Crafting detailed and specific prompts is crucial for creating compelling content that resonates with your audience. Here are some best practices:

Be Specific:

  1. Clearly outline what you want the message to convey. For example: “Write a promotional message about a limited-time 10% discount on service X.”

Provide Context:

2. Note that the AI already has some preloaded context, including your industry, business location, and the message format (SMS). However, additional details help refine the output.


Iterate and Edit:

3. Use the AI-generated message as a starting point. Refine it by adding your unique voice or adjusting to better match your audience.


Understand AI Limitations:

4. Remember, AI-generated content may not always be perfect. Use it as inspiration or a foundation for your message.


How To Write Prompts For AI

Start by giving AI a writing prompt, such as “Write a promotional message about a limited time, 10% discount on service X.”


AI will then generate a response based on your prompt. Note: We have already provided some context to the AI including your industry, business location, and the fact the message will be sent via SMS. The generated answer may be a few sentences or several paragraphs long, depending on the prompt’s complexity and the level of detail you requested.


Use the AI-generated response as a starting point for your writing. You can take the ideas and concepts presented in the answer and expand on them, adding your own unique spin to the message.

Remember the answers you receive are generated by artificial intelligence and may not always be perfect or exactly what you want.


However, they can still be a great source of inspiration and help you start writing.


If you have further questions, reach out to our OneLocal support team through the orange chat bubble in the bottom right corner of your screen. We're here to help!

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