Meta expands AI chatbot integration to Instagram: Here's how to use it

Meta has recently launched its AI-powered chatbot on Instagram through the platform's search bar. 

This feature will potentionally provide users with an engaging way to learn, plan, and connect, offering unique perspectives on various topics by conversing with artificial intelligence.

How to use AI chatbot on Instagram

1. To access AI chat on Instagram, users must first update their app to the latest version.
2. Then, tap the search button at the bottom of the screen.
3. A "blue ring" will appear in the search bar, simply tap it and ask a question through microphone or text input.
4. The AI will greet you and ask how it can help you today, ready to provide recommendations, opinions, and more.

WhatsApp also gets Meta AI chatbot

In addition to Instagram, Meta has also begun integrating the AI chatbot into its WhatsApp application. 

This update is presently being rolled out to a select group of users in specified countries with the app configured to the English language.

However, users can choose not to engage with the AI and continue using the app's core features as they did before.

User data collection

According to Meta, user feedback and messages sent to the Meta AI will be used to improve the technology's overall quality and functionality.

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