Are you looking for something to turn your imagination into artistic images? Well, that's the magic of AI image generators!
To use an AI image generator, you need to follow some steps including visiting their official website, giving prompts, generating, and editing the image etc. Some AI tools will let you generate images for free, for others you have to buy its subscription.
Let’s explore how to use AI image generators in our comprehensive blog.
4 Steps to Use an AI Image Generator
To use AI for generating images, you need to follow 4 simple steps. Let’s learn more about it:
1. Select an AI Image Generator
We've divided this section into several parts so that you can easily understand the process. Let's dig deep!
Factors to Consider While Picking a Tool
The first step is to select a suitable AI for generating images. There are numerous image generators available in the market, from them choose one based on several factors:
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Accuracy: How accurately it interprets your prompt and generates an image.
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Speed: How fast it produces data. Again, check if it can customize your style, font, etc.
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Image quality: Consider your needs. If you need a high resolution picture with minimum distortion, consider it before trying an AI image generator.
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User-friendly Interface: Check if the tool has an user-friendly interface, if its instructions are clear.
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Cost- effectiveness: Choose an AI tool for subscription according to your budget.
Research & Trial
Research well before you choose an AI tool. You can check reviews and testimonials before selecting one. Try to learn about the unique features of AI image generator tools. If a free trial is available, test it. This is a great way to learn about a tool.
Access of API
Most trustworthy AI picture generators allow users to access API (Application Programming Interface). This is even more applicable for AI tools like DALL-E 3, Midjourney, DeepAI, etc. API is helpful to create bulk size of pictures in a cost effective way. So, before committing to a specific image generation tool, please check whether it offers API or not.
Related Read: What is an API?
2. Produce Clear Prompts for Image Generation
Your prompts are basically textual instructions given to the AI. Based on your prompts, images will be generated. So produce clear prompts.
Related Read: How to Write Effective AI Image Prompts [Examples + Tips]
You can follow these steps for a clear prompt:
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Determine your prompt
Try to determine what you want to make by these AI generators specifically. Based on your intention, generate prompts in clear language.
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Follow the input method
Try to understand the input format of your chosen AI image generator. Some generators may require text-based prompts, some may require keyword-based prompts, and some may require mixed prompts of text and image.
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Provide your prompt
After realizing the input method of your AI picture generator, try to provide a clear and brief prompt.
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Start with simple prompts
Begin with a basic prompt and progressively add details as you iterate on the generated images. For example: ‘A black cat playing in a field’, this can be your initial prompt. Later you can add 'a black cat playing in a field with some boys’
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Try Different Words
Sometimes, rephrasing your prompt slightly leads to surprisingly different results. So, if you’re not satisfied with the result, you can slightly change the words of your prompts.
Related Read: What is Prompt Engineering?
3. Generate Images
After you have given the proper prompt, the AI tool should generate the image. If you’re using API, you have to follow specific guidelines to generate AI images.
4. Download the Image
After the generation of an AI image, you can edit its color, font, and design. If applicable you can resize as well. Then you download the file and use it where necessary.
Read Also: How Does AI Work?
Top 4 Best AI Image Generators
Let’s learn about the top 4 AI tools for image generation:
1. DALLE - 3
DALLE- 3 is an image generator tool created by OpenAI. It creates images exactly based on the prompt that you give. As it is based on ChatGPT, generative AI, you can also take help from it to generate prompts and refine it.
Key Features
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Can generate both ‘standard’ and ‘hd’ quality images.
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Take your prompt and automatically rewrite it for a better image.
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Images can have a size of 1024x1024, 1024x1792 or 1792x1024 pixels.
How to Use
You can use this tool in the followinng 2 different ways:
Way 1: By Using ChatGPT
You can use DALLE-3 directly with Chatgpt but this is only applicable for the paid version. This means only ChatGPT premium users can directly generate images from the conversations given to ChatGPT.
Lets' try an example and see how DALLE- 3 generates images.
Our Prompt
Create an image of a winter moring in a village.
The Output:
Way:2 By Using the API Key
In this case, you have to follow these 3 key steps:
a) Open the Website and set API
Before using DALLE - 3, make sure you have installed python on your computer. Go to the website of Open AI and sign up first. In the API overview section, view API guides. Follow the instructions of API reference guide and you will have your DALL-E API key.
b) Give Prompts
After having the API, you can generate images by giving prompts to DALLE-3. Include the size, quality level, and number of images you want to create.
c) Generate Image
DALLE- 3 generates an image based on your prompt and it can be used as URL or Base64 data.
2. Picsart
This AI image generator provides editable free templates of a wide range of photos. With this tool, more than 1 billion images are produced daily.
Key Features
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Provides a wide range of editing options including remove background, collage maker, batch editor, sticker maker, photo to cartoon, etc.
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Provides templates for social media posts, banners, logos, posters, etc.
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You can use this tool both in computers and mobiles.
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This tool lets its user connect with other creative communities
How to Use
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Go to the image generator's official site (https://picsart.com/) and enter your prompt in the text form.
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After giving a prompt, this tool will generate an image for you. After that, edit that image according to your preference. You can change the background, try new effects, or give it a new color.
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Click the export button and download the image. Then use it wherever you want to use it.
3. Craiyon
This conversational AI tool is one of the best AI art generators. It was previously known as DALLE - mini. This free tool is able to generate artistic images such as abstract art, wallpapers, and breathtaking AI landscapes.
Key Features
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Generates 9 free images within a minute.
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Provides numerous styles, themes, and techniques.
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Produces high resolution images with the “upscale” button.
How To Use
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Go to the official website of Craiyon. Be careful if you see any app on its name. Officially it does not have any app.
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Similarly as Picsart and DALLE -3, give clear prompts of what you want to generate.
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After giving a prompt, hit the draw button right after the prompt box. With this button, you can generate your desired image.
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Then customize and download the image
4. MidJourney
This AI tool produces stunning images within seconds. It entered private beta in late 2020. It produces images in PNG, GIF, or JPG format with a maximum resolution of 1792 x 1024 pixels.
Key Features
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Creates realistic and artistic images.
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Generates multiple variations of images based on a single prompt.
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Lets you expand your horizons and remove unwanted objects from the image.
How to Use
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Set the Discord: As Midjourney operates within the Discord chat platform. So, the first step is to create a Discord account if you haven't already.
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Sign Up the Midjourney Beta: Go to the Midjourney website and sign up for their beta program. This will grant you access to their Discord server, where the magic happens.
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Pick a Suitable Plan: Midjourney offers different subscription tiers from $10 to $120 (billed monthly). Free trials are available but that only allows you to experiment with a limited number of image generations.
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Go to to the #newbies Channel: Once you're in the Midjourney Discord server, navigate to one of the "#newbies-" channels. These are designated for newcomers.
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Give prompts and generate images: Give clear, simple prompts for Midjourney to understand. Based on your instructions, it generates images. You can also refine them.
Let's try Midjourney to generate an image-
Our Prompt:
Create an image of a Courageous knight setting out on a heroic quest to save the kingdom. Emphasize the hero's determination and resolve as he gazes into the distance, ready to face the challenges ahead. Capture the essence of medieval architecture in the kingdom's castle as the backdrop.
The Image Generated By Midjourney:
Related Read: 8 Best AI Art Generators
FAQs on How To Use AI Image Generators, Answered
What is an AI image generator?
An AI image generator is a tool that uses artificial intelligence to generate different images. It creates images based on the information you give.
Are AI image generators free?
Some enerators are free, but many are paid. You have to buy from their subscription plans for use.
Can ChatGPT generate images?
Yes, ChatGPT premium plans can generate images. You can use their DALLE - 3 for generating images with AI.
Conclusion
There you have it! With the expert tips in our blog, you'll be able to use AI to generate images like a pro!
So, select the suitable tool, play with prompts, and create your desired image! Again, feel free to explore it according to your choice. Happy image generating!
