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Generating AI Images

Artlist’s AI tools help you bring your creative ideas to life with fast, intuitive image and video generation. 

  • Text to Image allows you to transform written prompts into original visuals
  • Image to Image restyles existing images with new creative directions

With various style models to choose from, these tools are designed to give you more control, flexibility, and speed.

If you need help getting started, check out our tips on prompt writing and get the most from every generation.

Stay up to date with our latest news on the blog.

How to explore image models

Artlist’s Explore tab helps you get inspired by AI-generated images and videos, showcasing the kinds of visuals you can create with a specific model and prompt.

  1. In the sidebar of the homepage, click AI Image.
  2. Select the Explore tab.

Click any image or video to open a details window, where you can see more information:

  • The prompt used
  • The AI model 
  • Aspect Ratio
  • Dimensions

Image details:

  • Copy the prompt and use it yourself
  • Animate your image generations into videos
  • Transform your image generation using a simple text prompt
  • Reuse the Prompt and settings 

Video details:

  • Copy the prompt and uses it yourself

How to use Text to Image

With Text to Image use written prompts to instantly generate high-quality, original images. Choose whether you want to create 1, 2, or 3 variations at a time, giving you flexibility and creative options to match your needs with each prompt.

  1. In the sidebar of the homepage, click AI Image.
  2. Select Text to Image.
  3. Select a model. The model selected will affect how many credits the generation costs.

  4. In the prompt area, type the prompt.  Add style details to your prompt (e.g., “cinematic,” “documentary style,” “soft natural lighting,” “inspired by Wes Anderson”). Clear stylistic direction helps the model produce more accurate results.

    Note: The prompt field supports up to 2000 characters.

  5. Click Enhance to boost the image quality and detail, refining it to better match your selected style.

    💡Pro Tip: Continue to click Enhance or edit manually until you see your ideal prompt. Click the back button to revert to an earlier prompt. 

  6. Select the aspect ratio (landscape, portrait or square).
    • 16:9
    • 9:16
    • 1:1
  7. Select how many images you want to generate from your prompt — 1, 2, or 3.
  8. Click Generate. The number of credits required to generate the image(s) is shown on the Generate button.

 

How to use Image to Image

Effortlessly transform existing images into something that perfectly matches your story, mood, or message. Whether you want to swap a cloudy sky for a vibrant sunset, add new elements, or completely reimagine a scene, it's as easy as uploading images and clearly prompting what you want to change.

  1. In the sidebar of the homepage, click AI Image.
  2. Select Image to Image.

  3. Select the model. The model selected will affect how many credits the generation costs.

    Note: There is a 5000 character limit on the length of the prompt for the Seedream 4.0 model. All other models support unlimited characters in the prompt area.

  4. Select the aspect ratio:
    • 16.9 (landscape)
    • 9.16 (portrait)
    • 1.1 (square)
  5. Upload up to 3 images to transform:
    • Drag and drop them into the upload square.
    • Click the Plus Image icon to browse from your device.
    • On mobile, take a photo from here.
  6. Once your images are uploaded, enter your directive prompt. The multiple-image feature blends different elements from up to three images into one.

💡Pro Tip: Use Prompt Tips to help you write the best prompt possible.

  1. Click Generate.

Note: The number of credits the edit will use is displayed on the Generate button. Want to learn more? Click here.

How to manage your creations

In the 'My Creations' tab, view all your AI image and video generations.

  • Click on My Creations
  • By hovering over an image or video, you can:
    1. Download the asset. 
    2. Upscale to improve the resolution (not available for images already at highest resolution).
    3. Animate your image generations into videos.
    4. Transform your image generation using a simple text prompt.
    5. Reuse your prompt and settings.

    6. Click the more icon to add the creation to an Artboard or favorites, or delete.

       

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By clicking on an image or video you can:

  • See all the settings that were used in its creation
  • Copy the image or video prompt
  • View the original image

Commonly asked questions

What image sizes can I create with Text to Image?

You can create images in the following sizes:

Landscape (16:9)
Portrait (9:16)
Square (1:1)

What format are the images generated?

The images are generated as JPEG.

What image resolution is best to upload?

The minimum image resolution is 0.5 MP (e.g. 720×720 px). For best results, use 1 MP or higher (e.g. 1280×720 px).

What size file can be uploaded?

The file uploaded must be under 10 MB.

What aspect ratio do the images I upload need to have?

The aspect ratio of the images uploaded can be within the range of 0.4:1 to 2.5:1. Recommended ratios include 1:1, 16:9, or 9:16.

What image formats can be uploaded?

Images uploaded must be in JPG or PNG format.

What resolution are images generated at when using the Image to Image feature?

The image outputs are 1024 x 1024.

What video formats are supported?

The videos come in MP4.

What’s the best image size for transforming Image to Image?

There are no strict size requirements for image sizes, but for best results, upload an image that's at least 1 megapixel (e.g. 1280x720 px).

Are there character limits for prompt areas?

For text-to-image, the prompt field supports up to 2000 characters. For text-to-video there is a 5000 character limit on the length of the prompt for the Seedream 4.0 model. All other models support unlimited characters in the prompt area.

Will my content be automatically backed up?

Yes, all content is backed up on our servers.

Is there a storage limit on the number of generations I can create?

No, there is no storage limit.

Can I delete failed generations?

Yes, for any failed generation, hover over the error and click the Trash Can icon.

What happens when I delete a creation?

If you delete a creation, it is also removed from our server and cannot be recovered.

Does anyone else have access to my creations?

Your creations are private and secure — no one else can view or use them without your permission.

However, in certain cases, our support team may access your content to help troubleshoot technical issues or provide assistance you’ve requested. This access is limited to authorized team members and is used solely for support purposes.

Why is there an error when uploading a transparent image?

Currently, images with transparent elements aren't supported by our AI Image-to-Image or Image-to-Video generators. If you've encountered this error when uploading an image that shouldn't have any transparency, please try saving the image as a .JPEG instead of a .PNG and uploading the .JPEG instead.

 

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