Connect the Companion Antimanual Plugin

Summary: Learn how to connect the Antimanual Companion Plugin, when it is required, and how it enables AI generation, conversational refinement, and assisted migration in Antimanual Builder Pro without affecting manual editing workflows.

The Antimanual Companion Plugin is the optional connection layer for AI-powered workflows in Antimanual Builder Pro. It links the builder to your selected AI provider and API key so you can generate pages from prompts, refine content conversationally, and support AI-assisted migration when needed.

If your team builds manually, you can skip this plugin and continue using Antimanual Builder Pro for drag-and-drop layout, inline canvas editing, responsive previews, reusable components, and content migration. Use the companion plugin only when you want AI features in your workflow.

What the Companion Plugin Does

The companion plugin serves as the AI bridge for Antimanual Builder Pro. It does not replace the builder; instead, it extends it with assistant-driven capabilities that are managed from a central location. Builder reads the companion’s settings securely and uses them when you trigger AI actions.

• Connects Antimanual Builder Pro to supported AI services.
• Stores and manages your AI provider selection and API key.
• Enables prompt-based page generation.
• Supports conversational refinement of existing pages.
• Helps power AI-assisted migration workflows.

If you have not yet activated the free base plugin, complete that step first before connecting any AI services.

When You Need It, and When You Do Not

The companion plugin is optional for core page-building tasks. It becomes essential only if your workflow includes AI generation or chat-based assistance. This separation keeps the visual builder lightweight while still allowing teams to add automation later.

• Use it if you want AI prompt generation.
• Use it if you want conversational page refinement.
• Use it if you want AI-assisted migration from existing content.
• Skip it if you only need manual layout and editing tools.

This approach is especially useful for teams that want to start with manual design control and introduce AI later without rebuilding pages or changing their workflow structure.

How to Connect the Companion Plugin

After the free plugin is active and Pro features are available, you can connect the companion plugin from the settings area. Once installed, configure your AI provider and API key so Antimanual Builder Pro can use them during AI-driven actions.

• Open the WordPress dashboard.
• Go to Antimanual Builder Pro settings.
• Install or activate the companion plugin from the available settings option.
• Select your AI provider.
• Add the required API key.
• Save the settings and confirm the connection.

For a newer workflow, the plugin can also be installed directly from the settings or editor screen using one-click install, which reduces setup time and keeps the process inside WordPress.

Use the provider setup guide if you need help selecting a service or entering credentials correctly.

Supported AI Workflows

Once connected, the companion plugin enables advanced workflows designed to speed up page creation while keeping control in your hands. These workflows are intended to support practical site building, not replace editorial judgment.

• Generate a page from a prompt.
• Continue editing through conversation.
• Refine sections after the first draft is generated.
• Assist with migrating content into the builder structure.
• Support a more guided page-planning process.

These features are especially helpful for larger builds, content teams, and users who want to accelerate first drafts before moving into manual adjustments inside the builder.

Recommended Setup Order

For the most reliable installation, follow a simple order: first confirm the free plugin, then activate Pro, and finally connect the companion plugin if AI is part of your process. This sequence helps avoid setup issues and keeps each dependency clear.

• Verify the free plugin is installed and active.
• Activate the Pro license.
• Install the companion plugin if you want AI features.
• Set your provider and API key.
• Test an AI action to confirm the connection.

If the connection is not working, check the license status, confirm network access, and ensure the provider details were entered without extra spaces or missing characters.

Troubleshooting and Best Practices

Most setup problems are related to one of three areas: the base plugin is inactive, the Pro license is not fully applied, or the AI provider credentials are incomplete. Reviewing those items first usually resolves the issue quickly.

• Check that the Antimanual Builder menu appears in the dashboard.
• Confirm the Pro activation screen completed successfully.
• Verify the selected AI provider is supported by your workflow.
• Review the API key for formatting errors.
• Test with a simple prompt before attempting a large migration.

For teams that start manually, you can connect the companion plugin later without losing your existing pages. The plugin is designed to be added when needed, so AI can be introduced gradually as your process evolves.

How to Install the Docy Core Plugin for the Docy WordPress Theme Continue to the AI workflow section if you want to generate pages, refine content, or review supported providers in more detail.