How do you make an AI-built website feel like your brand?
How do you make an AI-built website feel like your brand? Use manual edits in the editor for small, precise changes, and use chat, references, and Edit with Airo when you need broader updates across the site. In GoDaddy Airo AI Builder, direct text and image edits in Edit mode do not use AI credits. Agent-led changes do.
If you have already launched a first version, you have probably had the same thought many builders do: the site works, but it still does not feel personal. This guide walks through what to do after the initial build: manual editing, hybrid AI edits, custom fonts, image replacement, link updates, and safe undo.
The main takeaway: use manual edits for precise tweaks, use Airo for broader changes, and combine the two when you want speed plus control.
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In this article
- Why the first build is only the starting point
- How to navigate the editing interface
- Manual text edits vs. Edit with Airo
- Replace, generate, and reposition images
- Update links and undo changes safely
- Add custom fonts sitewide
- What to do next
- Frequently Asked Questions
Why the first build is only the starting point
GoDaddy Airo AI Builder is built to get you from idea to a working site quickly. The first build usually gives you structure, content, and a starting point. It may still feel generic if you want copy, visuals, and typography that match your business and location.
In the demo, Prachi used a real example: a business that moved from Arizona to Boulder, Colorado. You should not have to rebuild the whole site to update location-specific copy. Hybrid editing lets you make surgical changes yourself and ask Airo to keep the rest of the site consistent.
How to navigate the editing interface
Before you change content, know where the controls live. The demo covers:
- Toolbar — Enter Edit mode, undo/redo, refresh preview, switch views.
- Chat panel — Broader changes and instructions to Airo.
- Website tab — Main site view.
- Media tab — Images and logos.
- Settings — Site-level configuration.
- Code canvas — A more technical view when you need it.
You can collapse the toolbar for more preview space or keep it expanded for quick access. Preview mode and Edit mode are different: in Edit mode, you see indicators that the page is editable.
Watch-along chapters
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 00:26 | Why editing matters after your first build |
| 03:24 | Toolbar, chat, and preview |
| 06:30 | Inline editing in preview |
| 07:30 | Manual edits vs. agent actions and credits |
| 09:59 | Sitewide copy for a new location |
| 14:49 | Replace images (library, stock, AI) |
| 33:11 | Custom fonts sitewide |
Manual text edits vs. Edit with Airo
Use manual edits when:
- You are changing one word, phrase, or button label.
- You want an instant result.
- You do not want to use AI credits.
In Edit mode, double-click text to bold, italicize, change color, resize, delete, or replace words inline. Example: change a button from "See the Menu" to "Order Ahead" without a full rewrite.
Use Airo when:
- The change should happen across multiple pages.
- You want to rewrite or expand content.
- You need consistency sitewide.
Add as reference is the bridge between the two. Highlight a section, add it as a reference, and ask Airo to update related copy. That is how the demo updates Arizona references to Boulder across the site.
Edit with Airo from the preview sends a direct instruction, such as swapping a hero image to a photo of a barista. Those agent actions use credits. Plan credits for bigger moves; keep small fixes manual.
Replace, generate, and reposition images
Images are one of the fastest ways to make a site feel custom. In Edit mode, click an image to open the replacement panel. You can choose from:
- Files already in your site library
- Stock media (including Getty Images in the product)
- AI-generated images from a search prompt
AI-generated images save to your media library so you can reuse them elsewhere. You can also reposition and zoom inside a shape so the subject is framed correctly. If the crop is wrong, undo and try again.
A simple image workflow
- Check your site library first.
- Use stock if you need a fast replacement.
- Generate with AI only when you need something very specific.
- Reposition so the layout looks intentional.
The demo also shows Annotate for multi-element updates, such as adding images to a card section or changing a carousel layout. Use it when one visual change touches several parts of the page.
Update links and undo changes safely
Small link changes can improve conversion. In the demo, a button destination moves from a menu page to an order-ahead flow. Select the element and use Airo to update the destination when the link is tied to a larger component.
If you do not like a change, you have several outs:
- Undo and redo in Edit mode
- Version history
- Ask Airo to revert a specific manual change
Experimenting is part of customization. Undo and history make that safer.
Add custom fonts sitewide
Typography shapes how professional a site feels. In the demo, Prachi uploads a custom font file and applies it to all headings. Drag and drop or attach the file, then apply it to the parts of the site you want. If your AI-built site looks like everyone else's, fonts are one of the fastest fixes.
What to do next
The initial build is the starting line. After that, polish in this order for the biggest visual lift:
- Fix headline and button copy.
- Replace generic images.
- Update outdated links.
- Upload a custom font for headings.
- Scan every page for location, tone, and visual consistency.
Use manual edits for precision. Use Airo when you need breadth or consistency. That split is what makes post-build customization practical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I edit my site manually after the AI build?
Yes. Enter Edit mode and change text, images, and other elements directly in the preview.
Do manual edits use AI credits?
No. Direct text and image edits in Edit mode do not use AI credits. Chat, references, Edit with Airo, and other agent actions do.
Can I replace images with my own photos?
Yes. Use your site library, stock media, or AI-generated images when you need something more specific.
Can I upload custom fonts?
Yes. Upload font files and apply them sitewide, such as all headings.
What if I want to undo a change?
Use undo/redo in Edit mode, restore from version history, or ask Airo to revert a change.