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Creative Selector Overview (AI Ads Manager)

The Creative Selector is an updated interface in the AI Ads Manager that simplifies how you choose, generate, edit, and manage ad creatives across images and videos.

Updated over 2 months ago

Who This Is For / When to Use

Use the Creative Selector when you are:

  • Building or editing ad creatives inside a launcher

  • Managing image and video assets for Meta or Google campaigns

  • Generating AI-powered creatives such as product shots, memes, or UGC-style videos

This update is designed for both new users and advanced advertisers.

Creative Selector Layout Overview

The Creative Selector is accessed inside any launcher.

  • Left panel: All campaign and creative configuration options

  • Creative type selector: Choose between Dynamic, Standard, or Carousel ads

  • Main selector area: Unified image and video selection and generation

  • Preview panel: View, add, edit, or remove creatives interactively

Each section can be used independently without leaving the launcher.

Creative Types Explained

Dynamic Ads

Dynamic ads automatically A/B test:

  • Multiple creatives

  • All combinations of primary text

  • All combinations of headlines

This option is best for performance-driven campaigns that rely on testing.

Standard Ads

Standard ads use:

  • One image or video

  • One primary text

  • One headline

You can add up to 10 standard ads per campaign.

Carousel Ads

Carousel ads allow multiple creatives in a single scrollable ad format.
Creative selection and editing works the same way as other formats.

Unified Image and Video Selector

Images and videos now appear in one unified tab.

This allows you to:

  • Select images and videos together

  • Mix formats in the same campaign

  • Reduce switching between tabs

Creative Sources (Non-AI)

The top section contains all non-AI creative sources:

  • Uploaded assets from your account

  • Website scanning (pulls visuals from your site)

  • Stock image library with search

  • Connected social accounts (Instagram, Meta, Facebook pages)

For videos, native video assets appear in the same section.

Generate Creatives with AI (Images)

Below the non-AI section, you can generate image creatives using AI.

Smart Creatives

  • Template-based generation

  • Produces multiple branded variations automatically

Text-to-Image Generator

  • Generate images using written prompts

  • Useful for abstract, lifestyle, or conceptual visuals

Product Shot Generator

  • Upload one or multiple product images

  • AI places products into professional, lifestyle-style scenes

  • Designed for high-quality ad visuals

Meme Generator

  • Create meme-style creatives

  • Uses templates designed for engagement

Generate Creatives with AI (Videos)

The video AI section includes:

  • Smart Creative videos (template-based)

  • AI Avatars for UGC-style branded video content

These are ideal for short-form and social-first campaigns.

Editing Studio

All generated or selected creatives can be refined using the Editing Studio.

You can:

  • Add headlines

  • Add logos

  • Adjust layout and visual elements

This applies to both images and videos.

Interactive Creative Preview Panel

You can now manage creatives directly from the preview area.

Available actions:

  • Add More: Open the Creative Selector and add more assets

  • Preview: View the creative in detail

  • Edit: Open the Editing Studio

  • Remove: Remove the creative from the selection

Multiple creatives can be added or removed without leaving the screen.

Preview Icon Actions Explained

Each creative preview includes three actions:

  1. Preview – Opens a full preview of the creative

  2. Edit – Opens the Editing Studio to modify the asset

  3. Remove – Removes the creative from the campaign

These actions are consistent across all creative types.

Why This Update Matters

The updated Creative Selector helps you:

  • Work faster with fewer clicks

  • Manage images and videos in one place

  • Generate high-quality creatives without external tools

  • Edit and test multiple creatives simultaneously

  • Launch campaigns faster with less friction

FAQ

Can I mix images and videos in the same campaign?

Yes. Images and videos can now be selected and displayed together.

Do AI-generated creatives replace my existing assets?

No. AI-generated and non-AI assets are displayed together and can be mixed freely.

Can I edit multiple creatives at once?

Yes. You can add, remove, and edit multiple creatives directly from the preview panel.

Is the Product Shot Generator available for all campaigns?

Yes. The Product Shot Generator is available inside the Creative Selector where AI image generation is supported.

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