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How to create an AI companion on Channel AI

Plan a companion concept, choose a starting image, write a clear profile, and keep the first chat easy to understand on Channel AI.

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Quick answer

  • Start with the companion job: conversation partner, assistant, roleplay character, or visual character concept.
  • Use an image you are happy with before creating the companion profile when visual consistency matters.
  • Test the greeting, description, and first conversation before you rely on the companion for a longer chat.

Steps

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Step 1

Choose the companion concept

Decide what the companion should help with before you write profile copy. Channel AI combines companion discovery, AI assistants, image generation, video generation where available, and product resources in one web app.

  • Name the companion role in plain language, such as study assistant, fantasy character, or casual chat companion.
  • Write down the personality, tone, and scenario you want the first chat to remember.
  • Keep permanent visual traits separate from temporary scene details so generated images stay consistent.
Sketch-style AI character from the Channel AI public image feed

Step 2

Create or choose the starting image

For a visual companion, start from an image generator when you need more control over the avatar concept on Channel AI.

  • Describe stable traits like hair, build, clothing style, and visual mood before adding scene details.
  • Use rerolls or variants when available to compare similar options before committing.
  • After choosing an image, use the create flow to turn the image into a companion profile.
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Step 3

Write the profile and greeting

The profile tells the companion who it is, while the greeting sets the first scene and tone.

  • Make the greeting specific enough to start a conversation without forcing one exact script forever.
  • Use formatting sparingly when you want narration and dialogue to be visually distinct.
  • Start a test chat, then adjust the greeting or description if the companion feels off-topic.

FAQ

Can I create a companion directly on Channel AI?

Yes. Use the create flow from the product, or start with an image you like and turn it into a companion when that option is available.

What should I put in the physical description?

Use stable traits you want repeated in generated images, such as hair color, eye color, build, or overall style. Avoid temporary scene details unless you want them to appear often.

Where do I get help if companion creation fails?

Use the Channel AI resources and contact pages, or email support@channel.surf when an issue needs staff review.