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

Note

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

1. Start with Major Changes: Make significant modifications first
2. Refine Details: Add smaller improvements in subsequent edits
3. Fine-tune Elements: Perfect specific aspects through targeted edits
4. 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

1. Identify Issues: Determine what needs to be changed
2. Prioritize Changes: Decide on the order of modifications
3. Plan Prompt Strategy: Think about how to describe desired changes
4. 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

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

Technical Considerations

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

Tip

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.