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Quick Edits: Free Visual Editing Without Credits

Learn how to use HeyBoss's free Quick Edits feature to modify text, images, and layout without consuming credits. Edit your website like PowerPoint.

Updated over a month ago

What are Quick Edits?

Quick Edits is HeyBoss's free visual editing tool that allows you to modify your website directly without using credits or AI.

Think of it like editing a PowerPoint presentation - click on any element and change it instantly.

100% Free: Quick Edits never consume credits. Use them as much as you want!


What You Can Edit with Quick Edits

Text Content

Edit any text on your page:

  • Headlines and titles

  • Body text and paragraphs

  • Button labels

  • Links and navigation text

  • Form labels and placeholders

Images

Replace or modify images:

  • Upload new images

  • Replace existing images

  • Add alt text for SEO

  • Adjust image positioning

Buttons and Links

Modify interactive elements:

  • Change button text

  • Update link URLs

  • Modify button colors

  • Edit call-to-action text

Colors and Styles

Adjust visual appearance:

  • Text colors

  • Background colors

  • Button colors

  • Basic styling options


How to Use Quick Edits

Step 1: Open Quick Edit Mode

  1. Open your project in the HeyBoss editor

  2. Look for the "Quick Edit" or "Visual Edit" button

  3. Click to enter Quick Edit mode

Step 2: Click to Edit

Simply click on any element you want to change:

  • Click on text to edit it

  • Click on images to replace them

  • Click on buttons to modify them

Step 3: Make Your Changes

An editing panel will appear:

  • Type new text directly

  • Upload new images

  • Change colors using the color picker

  • Update links and URLs

Step 4: Save Changes

Your changes are saved automatically or when you click "Save".


Quick Edits vs. AI Edits

Feature

Quick Edits

AI Edits

Cost

Free - No credits

Uses credits

Speed

Instant

Takes a few seconds

What You Can Do

Edit existing content

Generate new features, layouts, animations

Complexity

Simple text/image changes

Complex functionality and design

Best For

Content updates, minor tweaks

New features, redesigns, functionality


When to Use Quick Edits

βœ… Use Quick Edits For:

  • Updating text content - Change headlines, descriptions, prices

  • Fixing typos - Correct spelling and grammar errors

  • Swapping images - Replace product photos, team headshots, logos

  • Updating links - Change button URLs, navigation links

  • Color tweaks - Adjust text or button colors

  • Seasonal updates - Update content for holidays, promotions

❌ Use AI Edits For:

  • Adding new sections or pages

  • Changing layouts or structure

  • Adding animations or interactive features

  • Creating new functionality

  • Major design changes


What Quick Edits Cannot Do

Quick Edits are for simple content changes. They cannot:

  • Change page structure or layout

  • Add new sections or components

  • Create animations

  • Modify complex functionality

  • Change responsive behavior

  • Edit code directly

For these changes, you'll need to use AI edits (which consume credits).


Best Practices

Save Frequently

Although changes are saved automatically, it's good to manually save after major edits.

Preview Before Publishing

Always preview your changes before publishing to make sure everything looks right.

Use Quick Edits First

Try Quick Edits before using AI to save credits. Many changes don't need AI.

Keep a Backup

Before making extensive changes, consider saving a version of your project.


Common Use Cases

E-commerce Store

  • Update product prices

  • Change product descriptions

  • Swap product images

  • Update sale banners

Business Website

  • Update contact information

  • Change team member photos

  • Modify service descriptions

  • Update testimonials

Blog or Portfolio

  • Fix typos in articles

  • Update author bios

  • Change featured images

  • Update project descriptions


Pro Tips

Bulk Text Updates

If you need to update the same text in multiple places, consider copying and pasting for consistency.

Image Optimization

Upload optimized images (compressed, correct size) for better page load speed.

Mobile Preview

After editing, check how changes look on mobile devices using the preview feature.

SEO Considerations

When editing text, keep SEO in mind - maintain important keywords and clear messaging.


Frequently Asked Questions

Do Quick Edits use credits?

No! Quick Edits are completely free and never consume credits.

Can I undo Quick Edits?

Yes, use the undo button or revert to a previous version if needed.

Do I need a paid plan for Quick Edits?

No, Quick Edits are available to all users, including free plan users.

Can I edit the code directly?

Quick Edits is a visual tool. For code editing, use the code editor (available on paid plans).

Will Quick Edits affect my site's SEO?

Content changes (like text) can affect SEO. Make sure to maintain important keywords and meta information.


Need Help?

If you have questions about Quick Edits, contact HeyBoss Support.


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