> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.socializioz.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Workflow Canvas

> Create saved visual AI workflows with generator, media, Video Combiner and social-publishing nodes in Socializioz.

**Workflow Canvas** is Socializioz's visual workspace for turning an idea into a connected sequence of media creation, refinement and publishing preparation. Each project holds a graph of connected nodes and their settings; finished output files are saved separately in the **Media Library**.

**Availability:** Canvas is included with **Starter, Pro and eligible Enterprise** plans. The Advanced AI Studio interface must also be enabled for the account. **Free** users may be shown a plan-upgrade option instead of an active Canvas.

## Open or create a project

1. Open **Media Library**.
2. Open **Canvas** from the Media controls, or switch to **Workflow Canvas** from Advanced AI Studio.
3. Create a project or reopen an existing one in the current workspace.
4. Canvas can open in a **full-screen editor** on desktop, providing more space for connected work.

Projects and library assets have different lifecycles: a project contains your creative process; the Media Library holds the original and generated files.

## Understand the node types

| Node or tool | Purpose |
| - | - |
| **Image generator** | Create or edit an image with its selected model, prompt, settings and references |
| **Video generator** | Generate a video from a prompt, frames or other supported model inputs |
| **Image / Video / Audio input** | Upload, import or select an existing media reference |
| **From Media Library** | Bring saved workspace media into the graph |
| **Video Combiner** | Arrange several saved video clips and create one combined output |
| **Publish to social media** | Prepare a real Socializioz post with destinations and supported publish, schedule or approval actions |
| **Sticky note** | Add contextual instructions or annotations to the visual project |

Use **Add node** or the node menu to insert steps. The current editor permits **up to 40 nodes** in a graph; remove unused nodes if you reach that limit.

## Build your first workflow

1. **Add an Image generator.** Select its model, output ratio and any other supported controls. Enter a concrete prompt.
2. Review the **Creative Credit quote** for the active generation and approve the amount when requested.
3. **Generate** and inspect the result. A node can be running while other parts of the project remain editable.
4. Add a **Video generator** and connect a compatible image output to its first-frame or reference input.
5. Select the video model, duration and settings; check that its input supports the connection you made.
6. Get a **new quote** for this video request, approve where required, then generate.
7. Add a **Publish to social media** node or open the saved asset in the Post Composer to finish a platform-specific post.

Connections transfer compatible media outputs between nodes; they do **not** bypass a model's reference restrictions. If a connection is rejected, check media type, input slot and model settings.

## Navigate and edit a larger Canvas

The toolbar provides **Select (V)**, **Hand (H)**, **Cut wires (X)**, **Add node**, **Upload media**, **Media Library**, **Sticky note**, and **Undo/Redo**. You can move, connect, duplicate, resize or remove supported nodes, and update their model or prompt. An existing saved media asset is not automatically deleted by removing a node.

Canvas can preserve work between visits, but **save before leaving if warned about unsaved changes**. If a save fails, resolve the error rather than assuming the latest edits were persisted.

## Combine video clips into one output

1. Add **Video Combiner**.
2. Connect or select **2–10 video clips** from completed outputs or saved media.
3. Preview the sequence, reorder clips and open the trim controls if you need a shorter segment.
4. Select the supported output settings and optionally configure music when available.
5. Choose **Combine** and verify that the finished video is saved in the Media Library.

The combiner processes saved video clips. It does not convert an image or arbitrary document into a video by itself, and its output remains subject to social-platform media validation.

## Credits, approvals and generation status

* **Each generation can incur its own charge.** Canvas plan eligibility does not include free or unlimited model usage.
* The quote belongs to the **selected node, model and settings**. Changing those values can invalidate an earlier approval.
* Eligible generations place a **temporary hold** on the billing owner's Creative Credit wallet; successful outcomes settle the applicable cost and release unused held credits.
* A pending or uncertain generation does not mean the file was saved. Check job history and Media Library before retrying to avoid duplicate provider requests and charges.
* Combining clips is a separate operation; review its available status and cost information when offered.

See [Creative Credits](https://docs.socializioz.com/account/creative-credits.md) for credit allowances, top-ups, and refunds.

## Move from Canvas to a real post

A **Publish to social media** node uses the existing Socializioz post lifecycle. Choose the connected destination, compose the text, verify media requirements, and take the available **draft, approval, schedule or publish** action.

A node showing a generated output is **not** proof of publication. Inspect the returned post status or [Publishing Hub](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/publishing-hub.md) for provider confirmation.

## Common problems

| Problem | Check |
| - | - |
| Canvas button is locked | Starter+ entitlement, current Studio access and active workspace |
| A media link will not connect | Input type, selected model, permitted frames/reference count |
| Generate is unavailable | Prompt, settings, a fresh quote, approval, wallet balance, or an in-progress job |
| A node appears to have lost its output | Check generation history and the Media Library before running it again |
| A project asks to save before leaving | Save or intentionally discard changes using the offered dialog |
| Publish node does not publish | Connected account capabilities, required media, approval state and provider results |

## Related

* [AI content generation](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/ai-content-generation.md)
* [AI models and settings](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/ai-models.md)
* [Media Library](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/media-library.md)
* [Creative Credits](https://docs.socializioz.com/account/creative-credits.md)
* [Post Composer](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/composer.md)
* [Publishing Hub](https://docs.socializioz.com/features/publishing-hub.md)


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