What is how to use midjourney?
Getting Started with Midjourney
Midjourney is an AI art generator accessible through a Discord server. Here's a breakdown of how to use it:
1. Joining the Midjourney Discord:
- You'll need a Discord account.
- Visit the Midjourney website and sign up for a trial (if available) or a subscription. The Midjourney website will direct you to their Discord server.
2. Accessing Midjourney Bots:
- Newbie Channels: Look for channels named
#newbies-#
in the Midjourney Discord. These are designed for beginners. (There are usually multiple numbered #newbies
channels). It's generally recommended to use your own private Discord server after getting started.
- Direct Messaging: Once you've subscribed, you can also directly message the Midjourney Bot.
3. Creating Images:
- The
/imagine
Command: This is the primary command. Type /imagine
followed by a text prompt describing what you want to generate. For example: /imagine a vibrant sunset over a cyberpunk city
.
- Prompts: Your prompt is crucial. Be descriptive and use specific keywords. Consider including:
- Subject: What is the main focus of the image?
- Medium: (e.g., "painting," "photograph," "digital art")
- Style: (e.g., "Impressionistic," "surreal," "photorealistic")
- Artist: (e.g., "in the style of Van Gogh")
- Lighting: (e.g., "soft light," "dramatic lighting")
- Colors: (e.g., "warm colors," "monochromatic")
- Aspect Ratio: (
--ar 16:9
for widescreen, --ar 1:1
for square). See aspect%20ratio options
- Basic Parameters: Various parameters can be added to the end of your prompts to modify the results. Some useful ones:
--ar <ratio>
: Sets the aspect%20ratio.
--v <version>
: Specifies the Midjourney version to use (e.g., --v 5.2
). Using the latest version is generally recommended.
--q <quality>
: Sets the render quality and rendering time. Higher quality takes longer. (--q 1
, --q 2
, --q 3
, --q 4
, --q 5
)
--s <stylize>
: Sets how strongly Midjourney's aesthetic style is applied. (--s 50
, --s 100
, --s 250
, --s 750
)
4. Understanding the Output:
- Midjourney generates a grid of four images based on your prompt.
- Under the grid, you'll find buttons:
- U1, U2, U3, U4: Upscale the corresponding image (1=top left, 2=top right, 3=bottom left, 4=bottom right). Upscaling creates a larger, more detailed version.
- V1, V2, V3, V4: Create variations of the corresponding image. This generates a new set of four images similar in style to the selected image.
- 🔄 (Redo/Reroll): Regenerates the entire grid of four images using the original prompt.
5. Upscaling Images:
- After upscaling an image, you'll see additional options:
- Make Variations: Creates slight variations of the upscaled image.
- Upscale to Max: Upscales the image to its maximum resolution.
- Light Upscale Redo: Does another upscaling pass but is more subtle.
6. Saving Images:
- Click on the upscaled image to open it in your browser.
- Right-click and save the image.
7. Further Exploration:
- Midjourney Website: Refer to the official Midjourney documentation for the most up-to-date information, advanced parameters, and community guidelines.
- Community: Engage with the Midjourney community on Discord to learn tips and tricks from other users. Experiment with different prompts and settings to discover what works best for you.
- Blend Command: Use
/blend
to combine multiple images together.
Important Considerations:
- Prompt Engineering: Crafting effective prompts is key to getting the results you want. Experiment and iterate.
- Terms of Service: Be aware of Midjourney's terms of service and community guidelines, especially regarding commercial use and content restrictions.
- Credits: Midjourney operates on a credit system. Keep track of your usage and plan accordingly.