Zoho Creator’s latest AI-powered feature, the Co-creator tool, revolutionizes the way businesses can build custom apps, forms, and workflows. By integrating OpenAI into Zoho Creator, users can now simply describe what they need, and the system automatically generates a functional application. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to use the Zoho Creator Co-creator tool for rapid, efficient app development.
What Is the Zoho Creator Co-Creator Tool?
The Zoho Creator Co-creator tool leverages AI to help users create:
- Full applications
- Custom forms
- Automated workflow rules using Deluge script
This tool is embedded directly into Zoho Creator and is accessible without any additional cost or extensions.
Building a Custom App with a Text Prompt
- Accessing the Tool: Go to Zoho Creator > Create Solution > Select “Create Using Zia”.
- Enter a Prompt: Example – “Order management system where customers can view products and place order requests with shipping details.”
- Generate the App: Zia will create a complete data model including modules like Customers, Orders, Products, and Customer Support.
- Customize Use Cases: You can add additional use cases like allowing customers to update orders or compare products.
- Finalize and Review: Once created, review the structure, test the system, and delete any sample data before live deployment.
Tip:
Always thoroughly review and test AI-generated systems before using them with live customer data.
Creating Forms Using Co-Creator
- Navigate to Add Form: Click on “Edit Application” > Add Component > Form > “Create Using Zia”.
- Enter Form Purpose: Example – “Allow customers to submit requests for products they want added to our catalog.”
- Customize Fields: Zia will suggest fields like Product Name, Description, Manufacturer, etc., which you can modify.
- Deploy the Form: Once satisfied, add the form to your live app.
Automating Workflows with AI-Generated Deluge Code
- Add a Workflow Rule: Navigate to Workflows > New Workflow > Choose a trigger (e.g., form submission).
- Set Conditions: Example – Trigger only if Manufacturer is not null.
- Use Zia to Generate Code: Click the Zia icon and prompt it – “Send email notification to the super admin when a product is requested.”
- Review & Deploy: Verify the generated Deluge script and replace placeholders like the super admin email.
Best Practice:
Zia includes helpful comments in the code for easier maintenance—still, always review and test thoroughly.
Final Thoughts
The Zoho Creator Co-creator tool is a powerful, free feature for all Zoho Creator users, enabling quick app development through AI. Whether you’re building an order management system or streamlining product request workflows, this tool can significantly cut down development time while providing a solid foundation for customization.
