Overview
The Knak AI Email Prompt Library helps you create AI-generated emails faster. Most users already have existing content to work from.
You can use the following source materials for your prompts:
Landing pages
Webpages
PDFs
Briefs
Existing emails
Themes
Design references
Inspiration images
The more context you provide, the better your generated email will be.
Note: You can use landing pages, webpages, PDFs, briefs, or existing emails as source material in your prompts. Knak AI currently generates emails only.
Start With Existing Content
Use existing materials to guide your generated email.
Create an Email From Existing Content
Use this option when you already have:
A landing page
A webpage
A PDF
A brief
Existing copy
A product page
Knak AI uses this content to generate marketing emails. Landing page generation is not currently supported.
Example Prompt
Create an email using the attached content or referenced URL. Pull out the main message, organize it into a clear email structure, and keep the copy concise and easy to skim. Apply the selected theme.
Example Use Case
Create an email using the content from this product page [link] and organize it into a launch email using the selected theme.
Best Practices
Upload complete source material
Include a theme before generating
Add audience context for stronger messaging
Include brand voice guidance when possible
Build an Email Around a Specific Layout
Use this option when layout matters more than the content itself.
This works well when:
You already have a theme
You want a specific structure
You need copy to fit an existing design
Example Prompt
Create an email using the attached content and apply the selected theme. Use the theme as the layout guide, and make the content fit naturally within the design.
Example Use Case
Create an email using the attached webinar copy and apply the theme. Keep the layout clean and easy to scan.
Adapt Existing Emails
Reuse or improve content you already have.
Translate or Localize an Email
Use this option to create regional versions of an existing email.
This is useful for:
Global campaigns
Regional marketing teams
Language localization
Country-specific messaging
Example Prompt
Create a localized version of this email in [target language or region] using the attached content and selected theme. Preserve the layout and message, translate the copy naturally, and localize links, tone, and regional details where needed.
Example Use Case
Create a localized version of this email in German using the attached content and selected master theme. Update links to the .de domain where needed.
Tips
Include translated URLs if required
Review regional compliance messaging
Confirm tone matches the target audience
Recreate or Match a Design
Use this option when you want to rebuild an existing email layout.
You can provide:
Screenshots
Existing emails
Design inspiration
Brand references
Example Prompt
Recreate this email using the selected theme and attached design reference. Match the structure and visual hierarchy as closely as possible while making it work cleanly within the theme.
Example Use Case
Recreate this email using the selected newsletter theme and attached screenshot as a reference. Match the layout and section order.
Tips
Use clear screenshots
Include desktop versions when possible
Select a compatible theme before generating
Improve an Existing Email
Use this option to optimize an email without changing the core message.
Knak AI can help:
Shorten copy
Improve readability
Strengthen calls-to-action (CTAs)
Reduce clutter
Improve layout flow
Example Prompt
Improve this email using the attached copy or existing asset as the starting point. Make it easier to scan, reduce clutter, strengthen the CTA, and keep the overall message intact.
Example Use Case
Improve this email by shortening the copy, tightening the CTA, and making the layout easier to scan.
Create Emails for Specific Goals
Generate emails designed for a specific campaign outcome.
Create an Event or Webinar Email
Use this option for:
Invitations
Reminders
Follow-up emails
On-demand webinar promotions
Example Prompt
Create an event email using the attached brief, landing page, or reference URL. Use the provided inspiration image or existing email to guide the design and layout. Highlight what the event is, who it's for, and why it's worth attending. Include a clear CTA and apply the selected theme.
Example Use Cases
Webinar Invitation
Create a webinar invitation email using this event page. Highlight key takeaways, include the date and time, and apply the selected event theme.
Post-Webinar Follow-Up
Create a post-webinar follow-up email thanking attendees, recapping key takeaways, and linking to the on-demand recording. Include a CTA to book a demo.
Tips
Include event details in the prompt
Add speaker information when relevant
Include registration or replay links
Create a Product Launch or Feature Update Email
Use this option for:
Product launches
Feature announcements
Release updates
Adoption campaigns
Example Prompt
Create a product email using the attached brief, release notes, or webpage. Use the provided inspiration image or existing email to guide the design and layout. Focus on what changed, why it matters, and what the reader should do next. Apply the selected theme and keep the message clear and benefit-led.
Example Use Cases
Product Launch
Create a product launch email using these release notes and the attached inspiration image. Focus on key benefits and include a clear CTA using the selected theme.
Feature Update
Create a feature update email using the attached brief. Match the layout of the inspiration email I provided, highlight the top three benefits, and drive clicks to the "What's New" page.
Tips
Include release notes or changelogs
Highlight customer benefits
Add screenshots or product visuals
How to Get Better Results
Provide detailed inputs to improve generated output quality.
Recommended Inputs
Strong inputs include:
A content document, brief, or PDF
A reference URL
A prebuilt theme
An inspiration image or existing email
Audience details
Campaign goals
Tone guidance
Brand Voice settings
Font Kit selections
Brand colors
Best Practices
Recommendation | Benefit |
Add source content | Improves messaging accuracy |
Select a theme first | Improves layout consistency |
Include audience context | Creates stronger personalization |
Add visual references | Improves design matching |
Define tone clearly | Produces more accurate copy |
After Your Email Is Generated
Your generated email remains fully editable.
You can:
Edit content manually
Rewrite sections with AI
Generate new CTAs
Update subject lines
Adjust layout blocks
Sync to your marketing automation platform
Tip: Use the AI Brand Optimize feature to refine tone, improve clarity, strengthen messaging, and optimize readability after your email is generated.
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