Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Advantages of Gemini Canvas vs Regular Chat
Canvas enables AI to perform 'iterative editing'. You can modify specific parts of the code or writing without needing to regenerate the entire response from scratch.
Tips for Writing App Prompts
Always specify the 'User Interface' (UI) you want. For example, ask Gemini for a 'Side-by-side layout' or 'Dark mode' to make your mini-app more visually user-friendly.
Canvas Preview Limitations
Remember that Canvas is a temporary 'sandbox' environment. If you want to save the app for long-term use, be sure to copy the code (HTML/JS) into a separate file or a platform like Replit.
Prompts
Initial Mini-App Creation Prompt
Target:
Gemini Canvas
Create a mini automation app within this canvas. The app should help me generate catchy YouTube titles and thumbnail ideas based on a specific topic. Include an input field for the 'Topic', a button to 'Generate', and a display area for the results.
Refining App Logic
Target:
Gemini Canvas
Add a feature to this app that suggests 3 different psychological hooks for each title (e.g., Curiosity, Urgency, Knowledge). Make the output look clean with a modern UI.
Step by Step
How to Activate and Use Gemini Canvas
- Open your web browser and go to the Gemini website (gemini.google.com).
- Ensure you are using a model that supports Canvas (such as Gemini 1.5 Pro).
- Enter an initial prompt asking Gemini to build an app or dashboard for a specific task.
- Wait for the 'Canvas' window to appear on the right side of the screen (Split View).
- Review the automatically generated code or structure within the Canvas space.
- Click the 'Run' or 'Preview' button (if available) to see the interactive results of your mini-app.
Building a Content Automation Workflow in Canvas
- Type instructions to build a 'mini app' for generating YouTube Content (Titles & Thumbnails).
- Use the 'floating toolbar' within Canvas to make changes without manually writing code.
- Highlight the text section you want to modify, then select the 'Edit' menu or provide new voice/text instructions.
- Ask Gemini to add a 'Copy to Clipboard' function to make transferring your work easier.
- Update the app logic by asking Gemini to add input fields for 'Keywords' or 'Niche'.
- Click the 'Export' icon or copy the resulting code if you want to move it to another hosting platform.
