Fooocus 2.2.0 Update – Prompt Array | Metadata | & More! (Stable Diffusion)
TLDRThe video discusses the new Fooocus 2.2.0 update, highlighting key improvements such as the addition of JPG and WEBP output formats, easier activation and deactivation of Auras, customizable default Max weights for models, support for arrays in prompts, and the option to save metadata to images for easy reloading of settings. These updates aim to enhance user experience and provide greater control over image generation.
Takeaways
- 🎯 New output formats added: Users can now choose between PNG, JPG, and WEBP for their images.
- 🔧 Model tab improvements: Checkboxes have been added to easily activate or deactivate Aura without resetting weight settings.
- 🔄 Default Max weights for Auras can now exceed positive and negative 2, allowing for full utilization of custom Auras like the detail tweaker Xcel.
- 📝 Introduction of presets: Users are encouraged to make changes in presets to avoid overwriting the config file and to maintain default settings.
- 🧩 Array support introduced: Allows users to generate images with variations in a specific order, such as different colored shirts.
- 🚫 Disable seed increment: When enabled, it prevents the seed number from increasing when generating multiple images, keeping the images similar.
- 💾 Save metadata to images: A highly requested feature, it allows image settings to be saved directly onto the image for easy reloading.
- 📋 Config file updates: Users can now add multiple paths for models and Auras in the config file for better organization and accessibility.
- 🔄 Debug tab changes: New options to disable intermediate results and control seed incrementation have been added for more precise image generation.
- 🌐 Metadata scheme: Users can customize the metadata scheme and even add a name to tag their creations, with considerations for privacy.
Q & A
What is the main focus of the Fooocus 2.2.0 update?
-The Fooocus 2.2.0 update primarily focuses on introducing several quality of life improvements, such as new output formats, easier activation and deactivation of Auras, customizable default Max weights for Layers, support for arrays in prompts, and saving metadata to images.
What new output formats have been added to Fooocus 2.2.0?
-In addition to the existing PNG option, Fooocus 2.2.0 now also supports outputting images in JPG and WEBP formats.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using JPG and WEBP compared to PNG?
-JPG and WEBP are compressed formats that result in smaller file sizes but may lose some detail. PNG is a lossless format, meaning it does not undergo compression, preserving all details. Unless file size is a concern, PNG is recommended for its higher quality.
How can users now easily toggle Auras on and off in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-Checkboxes have been added next to the Layers, allowing users to quickly activate or deactivate specific Auras without having to remove them or adjust their weight to zero.
What is the significance of the new default Max weight settings for Layers that go beyond positive and negative 2?
-This change allows for compatibility with Layers, such as the detail tweaker Xcel, which are designed to go as far as plus or minus three. Previously, the software did not support such high values, requiring manual changes to the config file.
How do you create and use presets in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-Presets are custom configurations that can be created by copying the default settings and making personal modifications. Changes should be made within presets rather than directly in the config file to prevent accidental overwrites and to maintain the original settings.
What is the function of the new array support in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-The array support allows users to generate multiple images with variations in specific parameters, such as colors or phrases, by creating mini wildcards within the text prompt. This feature produces results in the order of input, unlike wildcards which select randomly.
How does the 'disable seed increment' setting work in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-When generating multiple images on a fixed seed, the 'disable seed increment' setting ensures that subsequent images are generated on the same seed, preventing them from being too different due to seed changes. This is particularly useful when using array prompts for comparison.
What is the purpose of the 'save metadata to images' feature in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-This feature allows image settings to be saved directly onto the image file, enabling users to easily reload the settings used to create an image by loading or dragging the image with metadata into the input image menu.
How can users add multiple paths for models and layers in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-Users can add extra paths for models and layers in the config file by inserting brackets and parentheses to specify the additional locations. This allows for a centralized access to all resources without having to move them.
How does the metadata feature differ from the history log in Fooocus 2.2.0?
-While the history log and metadata both store information about the image settings, metadata holds more detailed information and saves it directly onto the image. The history log, on the other hand, does not load certain parameters like custom steps for lightning.
Outlines
🚀 New Focus Update Features
This paragraph discusses the new Focus update and its significant improvements. It highlights the addition of new output formats, including JPG and WebP, alongside the existing PNG option. The speaker explains the advantages of using PNG for lossless quality unless file size is a concern. The paragraph also introduces a new feature allowing users to easily activate or deactivate Aura by checking boxes next to the LS, streamlining the process of toggling Aura on and off. Furthermore, it mentions the ability to set custom max weights for Laura's beyond the default positive and negative values, which is particularly useful for certain luras like the detail tweaker Xcel. The speaker advises making changes in presets rather than the config file to prevent overwriting and provides guidance on creating presets and modifying the config file for new settings.
🎨 Advanced Features and Debugging Options
The second paragraph delves into advanced features and debugging options in the new Focus update. It covers the introduction of three new boxes in the debug section: 'Disable intermediate results,' 'Disable seed increment,' and 'Save metadata to images.' The speaker explains how 'Disable intermediate results' allows users to focus on the current image generation without distractions. The 'Disable seed increment' feature is useful for generating multiple images on the same seed, which is essential for the new array support feature. This feature enables users to create multiple unique images with variations in specific attributes, like colors or phrases, in a structured order. The 'Save metadata to images' option is highlighted as a highly requested feature that allows users to save image settings directly onto the PNG file for easy reloading. The speaker also provides instructions on how to enable metadata and use it to recreate images with the same settings. Lastly, the paragraph discusses the ability to add multiple paths for models and luras in the config file, making it easier for users to manage resources across different locations.
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Keywords
💡Fooocus 2.2.0 Update
💡Prompt Array
💡Metadata
💡Output Format
💡Model Tab
💡Max Weights
💡Presets
💡Debug Tab
💡Arrays
💡Save Metadata to Images
💡Config File
Highlights
New Focus update 2.2.0 introduces important improvements.
Now supports output formats of PNG, JPG, and WEBP for image saving.
Added checkboxes to easily activate or deactivate Auras without resetting weight settings.
Default Max weights for Auras can now exceed positive and negative 2, accommodating special Auras like the Detail Tweaker.
Custom preset creation is recommended over direct config file editing to avoid overwriting.
New array support in prompts allows for creating multiple images with specific variations.
Arrays produce results in the order of input, unlike wildcards which are random.
Disable seed increment allows for generating multiple images on the same seed for consistent comparison.
The new array prompts are most effective when combined with the disable seed increment feature.
Save metadata to images feature allows for easy reloading of settings from an image.
Metadata contains more information than the history log and can be loaded directly onto an image.
Custom metadata settings can be added to the config file for default use.
Multiple model and Aura paths can now be added to the config file for convenience.
New models from secondary paths start at the bottom of the list in the Model tab.