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Overview

GistMag integrates seamlessly with Make.com (formerly Integromat) to automatically generate AI-powered alt text for images in your automation workflows.

Install GistMag in Make.com

Get started with the Make.com integration

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Quick Start

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1. Get Your API Key

  1. Sign up at GistMag Dashboard
  2. Navigate to API Keys section
  3. Create a new API key
  4. Copy your API key

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2. Install GistMag in Make.com

Click the button above or manually add the app:
  1. Add a GistMag module to your scenario
  2. Click Create a connection
  3. Paste your API key
  4. Click Save

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3. Start Generating Alt Text

Fill in the image URL and let AI do the rest!

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Available Modules

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Generate Alt Text

Generate alt text for a single image. Input Fields:
  • imageUrl (required): Image URL
  • mode (optional): short, long, or seo (default: short)
  • language (optional): Language code (default: en)
Output Fields:
  • alt_text: Generated alt text based on selected mode
  • short_alt_text: Concise version (50-100 characters)
  • long_alt_text: Detailed description (100-200 characters)
  • seo_alt_text: SEO-optimized version

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Batch Process Images

Generate alt text for multiple images at once. Input Fields:
  • images (required): Array of image objects
    • Each object: {image_url, mode, language}
  • source (optional): Source identifier
Output:
  • One bundle per image with all alt text variants
  • Total count, successful, and failed statistics
The batch module outputs one bundle per image, making it easy to process results individually in your workflow.

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Get Usage Statistics

Check your API usage and remaining credits. Output Fields:
  • current_month: Images used this month
  • monthly_limit: Monthly limit
  • remaining: Remaining credits
  • subscription_tier: Subscription tier (free/pro/enterprise)
  • by_source: Usage breakdown by source

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Verify API Key

Check if your API key is valid. Output Fields:
  • valid: Boolean status
  • subscription_tier: Your subscription tier
  • message: Status message

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Common Use Cases

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Auto Alt Text for New Images

Google Drive: Watch Files (in a folder)
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GistMag: Generate Alt Text
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Google Sheets: Add Row (save URL and alt text)

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Batch Process Product Images

Google Sheets: Get Rows (product images)
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GistMag: Batch Process Images
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Google Sheets: Update Rows (add alt text)

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Monitor Usage

Schedule: Every day at 9 AM
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GistMag: Get Usage Statistics
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Filter: If remaining < 100
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Email: Send low credit alert

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WordPress Blog Images

WordPress: Watch New Media
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GistMag: Generate Alt Text (SEO mode)
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WordPress: Update Media (set alt text)

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Mode Guide

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Short Mode

  • Best for: Icons, thumbnails, navigation images
  • Length: 50-100 characters
  • Example: “Golden retriever in park”

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Long Mode

  • Best for: Hero images, complex scenes, infographics
  • Length: 100-200 characters
  • Example: “A happy golden retriever running through a lush green park on a sunny day, chasing after a red ball”

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SEO Mode

  • Best for: Product images, blog posts, landing pages
  • Features: Includes relevant keywords
  • Example: “Golden retriever dog playing fetch in park - pet photography”

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Supported Languages

English • Spanish • French • German • Italian • Portuguese • Dutch • Polish • Russian • Japanese • Chinese (Simplified)

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Pricing & Limits

The Make.com integration is available for all GistMag subscription plans, including the Free plan. Only your credit limits differ by plan.
  • Free Plan: 50 images (one-time)
  • Starter Plan: 500 images/month
  • Pro Plan: 1,000 images/month
  • Business Plan: 5,000 images/month
  • Enterprise: 100,000 images/month
Check your usage anytime with the Get Usage Statistics module.

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Troubleshooting

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”Invalid or missing API key”

  • Double-check your API key in the GistMag dashboard
  • Make sure you copied it correctly (no extra spaces)
  • Try regenerating your key

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”Rate limit exceeded”

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”Value is not a valid URL address”

  • Make sure your image URL is publicly accessible
  • URL must start with http:// or https://
  • Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF

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Tips

  1. Test first - Start with the “Generate Alt Text” module on a single image before batch processing
  2. Monitor usage - Set up a daily scenario to check your remaining credits
  3. Choose the right mode - Use SEO mode for public-facing images, Short for icons
  4. Use filters - Add filters after batch processing to handle successful vs failed results
  5. Cache results - Store generated alt text to avoid regenerating for the same image