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How to choose between ADI and Editor on Wix

beginner 8 min read Updated 2026-03-18
Quick Answer

Choose Wix ADI if you want AI to build your site quickly with minimal input, or choose Wix Editor if you want full creative control and customization. ADI is best for beginners, while Editor suits users who want advanced design flexibility.

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Prerequisites

  • Have a Wix account
  • Know your website goals and design preferences
  • Understand basic website terminology
  • Have content ready (text, images, business info)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Access the creation options from your Wix dashboard

Log into your Wix account and click Create New Site. You'll see two main options: Create with Wix ADI and Create with Wix Editor. Take a moment to read the brief descriptions under each option before proceeding.
You can also access these options by clicking the plus icon in your site manager if you have existing sites.
2

Evaluate your design experience and time constraints

Consider your web design experience level:
  • Beginner: ADI is recommended for users with little to no design experience
  • Intermediate/Advanced: Editor provides more control for experienced users
  • Time-pressed: ADI can create a complete site in under 10 minutes
  • Detail-oriented: Editor allows pixel-perfect customization
If you're unsure, start with ADI - you can always create a new site with Editor later.
3

Assess your customization needs

Determine how much control you need over your site's design:
Choose ADI if:
  • You want a professional site quickly
  • You're satisfied with template-based designs
  • You prefer guided, automated setup
Choose Editor if:
  • You need custom layouts and positioning
  • You want to add advanced features and apps
  • You require specific branding elements
ADI sites can still be customized after creation, but with more limited options than Editor sites.
4

Consider your website type and complexity

Match the tool to your website requirements:
ADI works well for:
  • Small business websites
  • Portfolios
  • Personal blogs
  • Simple online stores
Editor is better for:
  • Complex e-commerce sites
  • Multi-page corporate websites
  • Creative portfolios with unique layouts
  • Sites requiring custom code
Preview examples of both ADI and Editor sites in Wix's template gallery to see the difference in complexity.
5

Test the ADI process if you're leaning toward it

Click Create with Wix ADI to experience the setup process. ADI will ask you questions about:
  • Your business type and name
  • Preferred features (contact forms, booking, etc.)
  • Design style preferences
  • Color schemes
You can complete this process to see if the result meets your needs, or exit without saving.
The ADI questionnaire takes 3-5 minutes and gives you a good preview of the final result.
6

Explore Editor templates if considering more control

Click Create with Wix Editor and browse the template categories. Filter by:
  • Business type: Restaurant, Photography, Business, etc.
  • Features needed: Online store, booking system, blog
  • Design style: Minimalist, Bold, Creative
Preview several templates to understand the starting point and customization possibilities.
Editor templates are more detailed starting points, but require more manual customization than ADI results.
7

Make your final decision and start building

Based on your evaluation, select your preferred method:
For ADI: Complete the questionnaire and let Wix generate your site
For Editor: Choose a template and click Edit This Site
Remember that this choice affects your entire editing experience - ADI sites use a simplified editor, while Editor sites provide the full Wix Editor interface.
You can create multiple sites to test both approaches - Wix allows several sites per account.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

ADI generated a site that doesn't match my vision

You can restart the ADI process with different answers, customize the generated site using ADI's simplified editor, or start over with Wix Editor for more control.

Editor templates seem too complex to customize

Look for simpler templates in the Blank Templates category, or switch to Wix ADI which handles the complexity automatically.

Can't decide between the two options

Create a test site with Wix ADI first since it's faster. If it meets your needs, keep it. If not, create a new site with Wix Editor for comparison.

Want to switch from ADI to Editor after starting

You cannot directly convert an ADI site to Editor. You'll need to create a new site using Wix Editor and manually recreate your content and design.

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