Using Reference Images
Guide the AI with example images for more accurate results
Using Reference Images
Reference images help the AI understand your vision by showing, not just telling. Upload examples to guide style, composition, colors, and atmosphere.
What Reference Images Do
Reference images provide visual context to guide:
- Visual Style: Overall aesthetic and artistic direction
- Composition: How elements should be arranged
- Color Palette: Specific colors and relationships
- Mood: Feeling and atmosphere
- Subject Appearance: How objects should look
The AI analyzes reference images and applies similar characteristics to your new image based on your prompt.
Uploading Reference Images
Two Methods:
- Click to Browse: Click upload area → Select up to 2 images → Click "Open"
- Drag and Drop: Drag images from your computer → Drop onto upload area
Supported Formats: PNG, JPG, GIF, WebP
Limits:
- Maximum 2 images
- 10MB per image
Managing References
Each uploaded image shows:
- Preview thumbnail
- File name
- Remove button (X icon)
Click X to remove an image. You can remove and re-upload as needed before generating.
How the AI Uses References
The AI extracts:
- Visual Style: Artistic techniques, detail level, texture
- Color Information: Dominant colors, harmony, saturation
- Composition: Element arrangement, perspective, balance
- Mood: Lighting quality, overall feeling, tone
The AI doesn't copy references. It learns from them and applies similar characteristics to your new image.
Best Practices
- Use Clear Images: High resolution with good lighting
- Match Your Intent: Realistic references for realistic results, illustrations for illustrated style
- Combine Strategically: Use 2 images for different aspects (one for color, one for composition)
- Don't Over-Rely: References guide style, but your prompt defines content
Use Cases
Brand-Consistent Imagery
Upload your best-performing content as reference to maintain visual consistency across new posts.
Specific Color Palette
Upload an image with desired colors. The AI extracts and applies the palette to your content.
Particular Art Style
Upload an example of the exact style you want. Describe your subject in the prompt.
Visual Consistency Series
Generate first image with settings only. Use it as reference for subsequent images in the series.
Combining with Other Settings
With Art Styles: Reference provides detailed guidance; style setting defines approach. Example: Upload realistic photo, select "Watercolor" to create watercolor version.
With Color Themes: Reference suggests colors; theme modifies mood. Example: Vibrant reference + "Muted" theme = toned-down colors.
With Custom Colors: Custom colors override reference colors; reference influences other aspects like composition and style.
Troubleshooting
Quick Tips
- Use high-quality references for better results
- Combine references strategically (one for color, one for composition)
- Your prompt defines content; references define style
- Iterate if first result isn't perfect
- Save successful images to use as future references