# How to Create a Flow in ManyChat

> To create a flow in ManyChat, navigate to the Automation tab, click New Automation, and select AI-powered Flow Builder. Define data collection, set your trigger point, click Generate, customize the workflow, collect phone numbers, and click Continue. Setup auto-responses, customize messages, expand keywords, click Save, preview, and click Set Live.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-flow-in-manychat/
Apps: ManyChat
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a36daab56e05a00fdbda9/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Navigate to the 'Automation' tab to structure your automated responses for natural conversation.
2. Start building a new automated conversation flow by clicking the '+ New Automation'.
3. Select 'AI-powered Flow Builder' to create sophisticated conversation paths.
4. Define how customer data is collected and organized.
5. Define your automation trigger point
6. Click 'Generate' to let AI generate personalized responses to boost engagement.
7. Customize your automation workflow for maximum impact.
8. Collect phone numbers to enable SMS marketing and follow-ups
9. Click 'Continue'.
10. Setup auto-responses when followers comment on your Instagram content.
11. Customize message content to match your brand voice.
12. Move forward with creating your personalized chat experience.
13. Expand your trigger keywords to capture more engagement opportunities.
14. Proceed to the next step in creating your automated workflow.
15. Click 'Save' to save your configuration to implement these powerful automations.
16. Save your progress and preview before launching your automation.
17. Once satisfied, click 'Set Live'.