Manual vs Autopilot
Both modes use the same AI engine, but they differ in how content is created, reviewed, and published.
Manual mode
In manual mode, you control every step. You choose a topic or paste a URL, trigger the AI generation, review the output, make edits, and then decide when to publish. This gives you complete control over what gets posted and when. Manual mode is ideal when you want to maintain a hands-on approach to your social media content.
Autopilot mode
Autopilot handles everything autonomously. It finds relevant topics, creates content and images, checks quality, and publishes on a schedule. You set it up once and the system handles the rest. Posts that do not meet your quality threshold are saved as drafts for review. Autopilot is best for brands that want consistent output without daily effort.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Manual | Autopilot |
|---|---|---|
| Topic selection | You choose | AI researches |
| Generation trigger | On-demand | Scheduled |
| Review required | Always | Optional |
| Publishing | You decide when | Automatic |
| Credit cost | 1 per post | 1 per post |
Can I use both?
Yes. You can have Autopilot enabled while also creating manual posts. Both types of posts share the same credit pool and appear in the same content feed. Manual posts and Autopilot posts are clearly labeled so you can always tell which is which.
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