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How to use a reference image

Give your image a useful starting point.

Use these ideas to shape your prompt or editing instructions. In the AI workspace, choose a model and settings, review the Credit estimate, then compare your result before using it.

Choose a useful reference

A reference provides visual information about shape, framing and color. Choose an image close to the composition you want. Use assets you have permission to use.

State what should stay

Explain the role of the reference: subject, layout or style inspiration. Identify important features explicitly.

Describe the changes

Make your visual direction clear. A sketch can guide a composition while the prompt explores a different material or atmosphere.

Compare important details

A visually similar result can still change faces, labels or proportions. Compare those features against the original before accepting a real result.

A PROMPT TO ADAPT
Use the sketch as a composition reference. Keep the mountain placement and wide framing; explore a soft watercolor treatment.
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