Guide to Creating Elements

What Are Elements in getimg.ai?

Elements are reusable building blocks you create to help the AI recognize and consistently recreate specific things in your images.

They are a faster, simpler alternative to training custom image generation models.

Instead of explaining or uploading reference images every time, you upload images once, name the Element, and then mention it in prompts using @ElementName.

The AI understands that this Element represents a specific person, object, style, or visual concept and takes it into account during generation or editing.

Simple Example

You create an Element using photos of yourself and name it Me.

Later, you generate an image using this prompt:

A candid photo of @Me at the park

The AI already knows who “Me” is and generates an image based on the uploaded photos.

@Me holding a cat

A candid photo of @Me at the park

@Me wearing a suit, party background

How to Create an Element

Step 1: Open the Elements Panel

To get to the Elements creation panel:

1. Open getimg.ai’s Content Generator.
2. Click Elements in the sidebar.
3. Press the ‘Create Element’ button.

Step 2: Upload Images

You can add images in three ways:

• Click the Add images box (or the ‘Upload’ button) and upload files from your device
• Drag and drop images directly into the box
• Click Select to choose images from your getimg.ai gallery.

You can upload up to 20 images per Element.

Image Quality Tips

For best results:

• Upload more than one image
• Show the subject clearly
• Use different angles where relevant
• Avoid mixing unrelated subjects.

If you accidentally add an image you do not want:

• Hover over it, then click the trash icon in the top right corner.

Step 3: Name Your Element

Enter a name in the Name field.

This is the name you will use later in prompts, so choose something that is:

• Easy to remember
• Clear about what the Element represents
• Short enough to type comfortably.

Examples:

• Me
• StudioLamp
• BrandColors
• CozyBedroom.

You do not need to include the @ symbol in the name when creating the Element. It will be added automatically.

Step 4: Choose the Right Element Type

Choosing the correct type helps the AI understand how your Element should be used during generation.

The available types are:

• Person (use this for a specific individual, e.g., yourself: avoid mixing different people in one Element)
• Style (can be stylized, e.g., anime or cartoon, or photorealistic)
• Product (e.g., cosmetics, electronics: this type is optimized for product photography use cases like clean backgrounds, marketing visuals, and consistent product presentation)
• Object (props, decorative items, etc.)
• Place (e.g., specific room, garden)
• Clothing (a full outfit or one specific piece)
• Pose (all uploaded images should show the same or very similar pose!)
• Sketch (e.g., pencil sketches, rough line art)
• Color Palette (great for keeping brand colors consistent)
• Texture (e.g., leather, linen fabric, specific wood grain)
• Lighting (replicate specific lighting conditions, e.g., neon night lighting)
• Composition (use this for layouts and framing)
• Animal (e.g., a specific cat or dog).

Step 5: Add Instructions (Optional)

The Instructions field lets you add extra context about how the Element should be used.

This is optional, but useful when you want to control how the Element appears or behaves.

Good examples focus on constraints, exclusions, or intent, e.g., “this character should never have tattoos”.

Step 6: Create the Element

When everything is ready, click Create Element.

Your Element will be processed and available shortly.

Best Practices for High Quality Elements

• Keep images focused on your subject
• Do not mix multiple subjects in one Element: if something feels too broad, split it into multiple Elements (e.g., create separate Elements for different poses or styles)
• High-quality inputs lead to better outputs.