> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.tryxlr8.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Content generation

> Generate AEO-optimized content from scratch by targeting a specific query, content type, and LLM — then edit, reorder, and publish the result.

Content generation produces structured, AEO-optimized content tailored to a query you want to rank for in AI-powered search. XLR8.ai generates the content as a set of discrete **sections**, each scored for semantic alignment with your target query. You can edit, reorder, add, or delete sections before publishing.

## Generate a new piece of content

Navigate to **Content → Content Generation**, then click **Create New Content Action**.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose a content type">
    Select the content type that best matches the format you want to produce:

    | Type                    | When to use                                                       |
    | ----------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
    | `listicle`              | "Best X for Y" or "Top N tools" queries — ranked or curated lists |
    | `competitor_comparison` | Side-by-side comparisons of your brand against named competitors  |
    | `guide`                 | How-to or explanatory content targeting informational queries     |
    | `ecommerce_guide`       | Buying guides and product-focused content for commercial queries  |
    | `technical_guide`       | Deep-dive technical content for developer or specialist audiences |

    <Note>
      The content type shapes the structure of the generated output. Choose the type that matches what AI models are most likely to cite for your target query.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your target query">
    In the **Content Topic / Query** field, enter the exact query you want this content to rank for — for example, `best project management software for remote teams` or `how to reduce customer churn with AI`.

    This query is used throughout generation to focus the content and calculate section scores. Use the same phrasing your target audience would type into an AI assistant.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter company name and domain">
    Enter your **Company Name** and **Company Domain** (e.g., `example.com`). XLR8.ai uses these to personalize the content and position your brand within the generated output.

    <Tip>
      If you've saved your company details in **Settings**, they are pre-filled automatically.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add a content title">
    Enter a **Content Title** — the headline that will appear at the top of the generated piece. This becomes the H1 of your content and is factored into AEO scoring.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Optionally add competitors and context">
    Two optional fields let you guide the output:

    **Competitors** (available for `listicle` and `competitor_comparison` types): Add competitor brand names by typing each name and pressing **Enter** or **,**. XLR8.ai incorporates these into the comparison structure.

    **Additional context**: Paste in brand voice guidelines, product names, target audience details, or any other context that should shape the content — for example:

    > Brand voice: Friendly and authoritative. Products: AI-powered analytics suite. Target audience: Marketing leaders at B2B SaaS companies.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose an LLM model">
    Select the LLM you want to use for generation. The content form currently offers:

    * GPT-5.1
    * GPT-5.4
    * Claude Opus 4.1
    * Claude Opus 4.7
    * Claude Sonnet 4.5
    * Claude Sonnet 4.6
    * Gemini 3 Flash Preview
    * Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview
    * Grok 4
    * Grok 4.20

    Different models have different strengths. If you are generating content targeting a specific AI audience, consider generating with that family of models to better match its citation patterns.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Generate and review sections">
    Click **Generate Content**. XLR8.ai sends your inputs to the selected LLM and returns the content as a set of scored sections. Generation typically takes 15–60 seconds depending on content type and model.

    Once complete, you are taken to the content detail view where you can review, edit, and manage each section.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Working with sections

Generated content is structured as a series of **sections**, each with a name, body text, and a section score. Sections map to the logical parts of your content — introduction, key points, comparisons, conclusions, and so on.

### Understanding section scores

Each section displays a score between 0 and 1 representing its cosine similarity to your target query:

* **0.7–1.0** — Strong alignment. The section is directly relevant to the query and likely to be cited.
* **0.4–0.69** — Moderate alignment. The section supports the piece but may need tightening.
* **0.0–0.39** — Low alignment. Consider rewriting or removing the section.

Scores update automatically when you edit a section's content, giving you live feedback as you refine the text.

<Tip>
  Focus your editing on structurally important sections with low scores — the introduction, primary claims, and conclusion. Sections that score low and are non-essential are good candidates for deletion.
</Tip>

### Editing sections

Click into any section's text area to edit it inline. Your changes are saved automatically. The score recalculates after you finish editing.

### Adding sections

Use the **insert** control between any two sections to add a new section at that position. You can also append a section at the end of the document. New sections start with a score of 0 and recalculate once you add content.

### Reordering sections

Drag sections into a new order using the drag handle on the left side of each section card. Reordering does not affect individual section scores.

### Deleting sections

Click the delete icon on any section to remove it permanently. You cannot undo a section deletion, so review before removing.

<Warning>
  Deleting a section is permanent. If you want to keep the content for reference, copy the text before deleting.
</Warning>

## Metadata description

The first section of your content includes a **metadata description** field. This is the meta description that gets published alongside your content when you push it to Webflow. Keep it concise (under 160 characters) and include your target query keywords.

## Brand guidelines

If your organization has configured **Organization Brand Guidelines** in Settings, content generation can include them by default. You can also toggle brand guideline inclusion on the generation form.

Approved **AI Brand Learnings** from resolved comment threads further steer future content.

## After generating: publish

Once you are satisfied with your sections, publish from the content toolbar to:

* **Webflow** — see [Webflow integration](/integrations/webflow)
* **WordPress** — see [WordPress integration](/integrations/wordpress)

After the first Webflow publish, XLR8.ai tracks whether your local content has changed since the last sync.

## Viewing your content library

All generated content is accessible from **Content → Content Generation**. The library shows:

* Content title and a short preview from the first section
* Content type and LLM used
* Creation date
* Webflow publish status (if connected)

Click any row to open the full content editor.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Content optimization" icon="sparkles" href="/content/optimization">
    Rewrite existing content for better AEO alignment instead of generating from scratch.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Webflow integration" icon="plug" href="/integrations/webflow">
    Publish generated content directly to your Webflow CMS.
  </Card>

  <Card title="WordPress integration" icon="wordpress" href="/integrations/wordpress">
    Publish posts or pages to connected WordPress sites.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Videos" icon="video" href="/content/videos">
    Turn a script or content piece into an explainer video.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>