Guide to Image Generation Basics
Learn how to create images in getimg.ai using simple prompts, optional references, and a few quick settings, no experience needed.
Step 1. Write a prompt
Log in and open the Content Generator.
At the bottom, you’ll see the prompt box: that’s where all your image creation starts.
Make sure the content type is set to Image, then simply describe what you want to generate.
Examples:
- black & white portrait photo of a man in a tuxedo, chiaroscuro lighting
- fantasy landscape with waterfalls and glowing plants
- oil painting of a girl picking flowers.
Thanks to our smart prompt enhancement feature, even short, casual prompts produce detailed, high-quality results.
Buy if you need something very specific, just say it. Enhancement only fills in gaps, it doesn’t override your instructions.
Need more help? Take a look at our Image Generation Prompt Book.
Step 2. (Optional) Add reference images
References help match a face, style, object, mood, or location.
Add them in any of these ways:
- Click the file with a plus icon in the prompt box, then pick from Generated, Uploaded, or upload a new image.
- Drag and drop an image from the gallery into the prompt box.
- Hover an image, click ⋯, choose Use image.
You can attach up to 10 references. They’ll appear as thumbnails above the prompt: hover over them and click X to remove any if necessary.
Read our Image References Guide to learn more.
Step 3. Choose basic settings
In the prompt box, you can set:
- Aspect ratio: 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 3:4, 4:3, 4:5
- Images per batch: 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16.
Each image in a batch is slightly different. getimg.ai varies the prompt subtly for more variety.
By default, you’re in Auto Mode, which automatically picks the best model and settings. We recommend sticking to it.
But if you’d like to pick the model yourself or disable prompt enhancement, you can switch to Custom Mode.
See the Image Generation Parameters Guide for more details.
Step 4. Generate
Click the arrow in the prompt box to start generating your images.
While they are being created, you can queue the next batch right away.
If you have a folder open when starting a generation, new images will save there automatically.
Once your images are ready:
- Hover over one to like, delete, download, recreate, or use as reference
- Click an image for full view, where you can:
Copy the original or enhanced prompt
Add it to a folder
Edit it using the prompt box below the image
View details such as creator name, size, and creation date.
That’s it! Start simple, experiment a little, and see how fast your ideas turn into great results.