How to Install and Set Up PODGenie for Effortless Print-on-Demand Design Automation

PODGenie is a highly efficient tool designed to automate the creation of designs for Print-on-Demand (POD) products. By leveraging the advanced AI capabilities of ChatGPT, PODGenie allows users to generate unique designs from either image templates or text-based commands (prompts) in just a few simple steps. This guide will walk you through the process of installing and using PODGenie to increase productivity and boost sales for your POD business.

Step 1: Installing PODGenie Software

1. Download PODGenie from the official website.
2. After purchasing, you will receive your login credentials via email.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software on your computer.

Step 2: .NET Core Requirement

• When running PODGenie for the first time, if .NET Core (version 8.0.0 or later) is not installed on your system, a prompt will appear requiring you to install it.
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• Solution:
  • The prompt will include a link to download the required version of .NET Core. Click the link or use the one provided below to install .NET Core (version 8.0.0 or later):
    Download .NET Core 8.0
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• Once .NET Core is installed, restart PODGenie, and you’ll be able to run it without issues.

Step 3: Setting Up Your Profile in PODGenie

1. Create a New Profile:
   • Open PODGenie after installing and logging in.
   • Navigate to the profile setup screen.
   • Assign a unique Profile Name (e.g., “POD Account 1”) for better organization, especially if you manage multiple accounts.
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2. Select a Save Folder:
   • Click Select Folder to choose the directory where your generated designs will be saved.
   • This folder will store all output designs from the PODGenie creation process.
3. Command Setup:
   • In the Command Setup field, input your design prompts. These prompts will guide ChatGPT in generating designs based on your preferences.
   • Example commands:
     • “Create a minimalist t-shirt design.”
     • “Change the color scheme to vibrant neon.”
   • You can reset the commands to the default settings anytime by clicking Reset Default.
4. Image Setup:
   • If you want the AI to base your designs on pre-existing templates, use the Select Design option to choose image files.
   • If left blank, the AI will generate designs purely based on the text prompts you’ve entered in the Command Setup.
   • You can also reset the image settings to default by clicking Reset Default.
5. Adjust Wait Times:
   • Limit Wait when ChatGPT Limit: Set the delay period (e.g., 90 minutes) for when ChatGPT reaches its usage limit to avoid overloading.
   • Time Wait Per Create Image: Configure the delay between design requests (e.g., 60 seconds) to ensure smooth processing without exceeding limits.
6. Save Your Profile:
   • After configuring all settings, click Save to apply them. Your profile is now set up and ready for design generation.

Step 4: Starting the Design Creation Process in PODGenie

1. Log In to ChatGPT:
   • Before starting the design process, you need to log in to your ChatGPT account.
   • In the profile setup, click the Open button next to your profile, which will direct you to a browser where you can log into your ChatGPT account.
   • Ensure you’re logged into ChatGPT-4 to access all features of PODGenie.
2. Start Creating Designs:
   • After logging into ChatGPT, select your profile from the list and click the Start button.
   • If you have multiple profiles, you can click Start All to activate them simultaneously, allowing PODGenie to generate designs for all profiles at once.
3. Monitor the Design Process:
   • While PODGenie is generating designs, you can monitor the progress:
     • Running: This status indicates that designs are currently being created.
     • Ready: The design process is complete. You can open the designated save folder to view the finished designs.
     • Stop: If you need to halt the design creation process, click Stop. The system will immediately pause, and any generated designs will be saved up to that point.
4. View Generated Designs:
   • Once the design creation is done, navigate to your Save Folder to view all the generated designs. These can now be uploaded to your Print-on-Demand (POD) platforms or used for other projects.

Step 5: Configuring Wait Times and Optimizing the Design Process

1. Set Wait Time When ChatGPT Limit is Reached:
   • To avoid exceeding ChatGPT usage limits, it’s advisable to set an appropriate wait time between design requests.
   • In the Limit Wait when ChatGPT Limit section, set the waiting period (e.g., 90 minutes) when ChatGPT reaches its usage limit. This helps ensure PODGenie operates smoothly without interruptions.
2. Set Wait Time Per Design Creation:
   • In the Time Wait Per Create Image section, configure the waiting time between each image creation request (e.g., 60 seconds) to prevent the system from being overloaded.
   • This helps you control the speed of design generation and avoid exceeding ChatGPT rate limits.
3. Optimizing the Design Creation Process:
   • You can return to the Profile Setup screen and adjust settings if needed, such as modifying commands (prompts) or image templates.
   • If you want to change the design midway, you can stop the process and tweak the settings to create new designs that align with your updated vision.
4. Monitor and Adjust:
   • Keep an eye on ChatGPT status and the design generation process. Make sure the wait times are set appropriately so PODGenie runs efficiently without being interrupted by usage limits.
   • This ensures that you can maximize the number of designs created while maintaining quality and speed.