Writing better prompts is the single most important skill for getting stunning AI-generated images. This guide will teach you how to describe your ideas in a way that AI image models fully understand.
🎯 1. Start with a Clear Subject
Tell the AI exactly what you want to see. Be specific.
- Weak: “a cat”
- Better: “a fluffy orange tabby cat sitting on a wooden windowsill”
🎨 2. Add Style Keywords
Style changes how the image looks. Use our built-in style presets (Photo, Anime, Cinematic, Product, Pixel Art), or write your own:
- Photorealistic: “professional photography, 8k, sharp focus”
- Cinematic: “cinematic lighting, film grain, dramatic shadows”
- Anime: “anime style, vibrant colors, detailed illustration”
💡 3. Describe the Lighting
Lighting dramatically affects mood and quality:
- “golden hour sunlight”
- “soft studio lighting”
- “neon lights at night”
- “dramatic side lighting”
📐 4. Specify Composition & Aspect Ratio
Use our Aspect Ratio options (1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 16:9) to match your intended use:
- 1:1 — Social Media / Avatar
- 4:3 — Blog / Photo
- 3:4 — Phone Wallpaper
- 16:9 — YouTube / Desktop
✨ 5. Use Quality Boosters
Add these at the end of your prompt for sharper results:
- “ultra detailed”
- “8k resolution”
- “photorealistic”
- “sharp focus”
📝 Example: From Simple to Excellent
Simple: “a mountain”
Better: “a snow-capped mountain peak at sunrise, golden light, misty valley below”
Excellent: “a snow-capped mountain peak at sunrise, golden light illuminating the snow, misty valley below, cinematic lighting, ultra detailed, photorealistic, 8k, wide shot”
✅ Quick Checklist
- Clear subject
- Style keywords
- Lighting
- Composition / aspect ratio
- Quality boosters
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Now you’re ready to start creating!