Editing and Refinement

Image Generation Studio provides powerful editing capabilities that allow you to refine and modify your generated images using AI-powered prompt-based editing. Transform specific parts of your images or make targeted adjustments without starting from scratch.

Understanding Image Editing

Image editing in Image Generation Studio uses AI to make precise modifications to your generated images based on descriptive prompts. This allows you to iterate and improve your creations while maintaining the core elements you want to preserve.

Key Editing Features

Prompt-Based Modifications: Use descriptive text to specify exactly what changes you want
Version History: Track all edits with automatic version management
Selective Editing: Modify specific parts of images while preserving others
Non-Destructive Workflow: Original images are always preserved
Iterative Refinement: Build improvements through multiple editing cycles

Each image edit operation costs 1 credit, making it an efficient way to refine your images without generating entirely new ones. For complete credit information, see the Credit System documentation.

How to Edit Images

Select Your Image

Choose the generated image you want to edit from your creation results or gallery.

Access Edit Function

Click the “Edit” button to open the editing interface for your selected image.

Write Your Edit Prompt

Describe the specific changes you want to make in the edit prompt field:

Focus on what you want to add, remove, or change
Be specific about the location and nature of modifications
Use clear, descriptive language

Apply Edit

Click to apply your edit prompt and generate the modified version of your image.

Review Results

Examine the edited image and compare it with the original version.

Version Management

Edited Versions Panel

The Edited Versions panel displays all modifications made to your image:

Version Organization

Original: The initial generated image, always preserved
Version 1, 2, 3…: Sequential edits with descriptive labels
Set as Main: Ability to designate any version as the primary image

Version Information

Edit Description: Shows the prompt used for each edit
Visual Thumbnail: Preview of each version for easy comparison
Edit History: Complete record of all modifications made

Version Control Features

Comparison Viewing

View original and edited versions side by side
Easily switch between different edit versions
Assess the effectiveness of different modifications

Version Selection

Set any version as the main/primary image
Revert to previous versions if needed
Continue editing from any previous version

Effective Edit Prompts

Types of Edits You Can Make

Adding Elements

“Add a hat to the person”
“Include mountains in the background”
“Add sunglasses to the character”

Removing Elements

“Remove the background buildings”
“Take away the jewelry”
“Remove the cloudy sky”

Changing Characteristics

“Change the hair color to blonde”
“Make the lighting warmer”
“Alter the facial expression to smiling”

Style Modifications

“Make the image more photorealistic”
“Convert to black and white”
“Add dramatic lighting effects”

Edit Prompt Best Practices

Be Specific About Location

✅ “Add a red hat to the person’s head”
❌ “Add a hat somewhere”

Use Clear Action Words

Add/Include: For adding new elements
Remove/Delete: For removing existing elements
Change/Modify: For altering existing features
Make/Convert: For style or characteristic changes

Describe Desired Outcome

Include details about color, size, style, and placement
Specify the type of modification you want
Reference existing elements for context

Advanced Editing Techniques

Iterative Refinement

Progressive Enhancement

Start with Major Changes: Make significant modifications first
Refine Details: Add smaller improvements in subsequent edits
Fine-tune Elements: Perfect specific aspects through targeted edits
Final Polish: Complete the editing process with finishing touches

Example Progressive Workflow:

Version 1: “Add a business suit to the person”
Version 2: “Make the suit navy blue”
Version 3: “Add a professional tie”
Version 4: “Improve the lighting on the face”

Selective Editing

Targeted Modifications

Focus edits on specific areas of the image
Preserve elements that are working well
Make multiple small changes rather than large modifications
Test different approaches with separate edit versions

Area-Specific Editing

Foreground: Modify main subjects and focal points
Background: Change environments and settings
Lighting: Adjust illumination and shadows
Details: Refine textures, colors, and small elements

Complex Edit Combinations

Multi-Element Changes

Combine multiple modifications in a single edit prompt
Balance complexity with clarity in your descriptions
Consider breaking complex changes into multiple edit steps

Style and Content Integration

Modify both artistic style and content elements
Ensure changes work harmoniously together
Test style changes on different versions

Edit Workflow Optimization

Planning Your Edits

Pre-Edit Assessment

Identify Issues: Determine what needs to be changed
Prioritize Changes: Decide on the order of modifications
Plan Prompt Strategy: Think about how to describe desired changes
Consider Alternatives: Plan multiple approaches for comparison

Edit Strategy Development

Major Changes First: Address significant issues before minor refinements
Test Variations: Try different approaches to the same problem
Incremental Improvement: Build quality through multiple small edits
Version Comparison: Compare results to guide future edits

Quality Control

Edit Evaluation

Compare with Original: Assess whether edits improve the image
Check Consistency: Ensure modifications fit naturally with existing elements
Review Technical Quality: Verify that edits maintain image quality
Assess Creative Goals: Confirm edits align with your vision

Refinement Decisions

Keep Successful Changes: Preserve edits that improve the image
Revert Unsuccessful Edits: Return to previous versions when needed
Try Alternative Approaches: Test different edit strategies
Build on Best Results: Use successful edits as foundation for further improvements

Best Practices for Image Editing

Effective Edit Management

Clear Descriptions: Use descriptive labels for each edit version
Logical Progression: Make edits in a logical sequence
Version Organization: Keep track of successful edit patterns
Documentation: Note effective edit prompts for future reference

Technical Considerations

Quality Preservation: Ensure edits maintain or improve image quality
Consistency Maintenance: Keep modifications consistent with original style
Resource Management: Plan edits efficiently to optimize credit usage (see Usage Optimization)
Result Evaluation: Critically assess each edit’s effectiveness

Start with simple, single-element edits to understand how the editing system responds to your prompts. As you become more comfortable, you can attempt more complex modifications and combinations.

Common Editing Scenarios

Portrait Enhancement

Facial Modifications: Adjust expressions, add accessories, change hair
Clothing Updates: Modify outfits, add or remove accessories
Background Changes: Alter settings and environments
Lighting Adjustments: Improve illumination and mood

Scene Modification

Object Addition: Include new elements in existing scenes
Environmental Changes: Modify weather, time of day, or season
Composition Adjustments: Reposition or resize elements
Style Transformations: Change artistic approach while maintaining content

Technical Improvements

Quality Enhancement: Improve resolution, clarity, or detail
Color Correction: Adjust color balance, saturation, or tone
Lighting Optimization: Enhance illumination and shadow details
Composition Refinement: Improve framing and visual balance

Troubleshooting Edit Issues

Common Problems and Solutions

Edit Doesn’t Apply as Expected

Make edit prompts more specific and detailed
Try simpler modifications with clearer language
Ensure edit prompt clearly describes the desired change

Quality Degradation

Use more descriptive prompts that include quality markers
Avoid too many sequential edits on the same image
Consider starting fresh if quality becomes compromised

Inconsistent Results

Be more specific about the location and nature of changes
Include context about existing elements in your edit prompts
Test alternative phrasing for the same modification

The editing and refinement capabilities in Image Generation Studio enable you to perfect your creative vision through iterative improvement, making precise modifications that enhance your images while preserving their best qualities.