How To Use Midjourney - From 0 to PRO
TLDRThis video is a comprehensive guide on how to use Midjourney, a neural network for creating images. It covers registration, creating cool photos, and working with the platform for free or with a paid subscription. The guide explains how to upload photos, create a server, and use prompts to generate images. It also discusses finding prompts, setting up Midjourney with different modes and settings, and how to use blending modes and image orientation. The video provides tips on how to improve your skills with Midjourney and encourages viewers to subscribe for more informative content.
Takeaways
- 🌐 Visit midjourney.com to register for the beta and use the platform.
- 📧 You need to confirm your Discord email to create a server for Midjourney.
- 🆓 Midjourney offers a free tier with approximately 20-30 images, but a paid subscription is recommended for more extensive use.
- 💰 Subscription plans include $10/month for 200 minutes, $30 for 15 hours, and $60 for 30 hours of image generation time.
- 🔍 Use the command `/imagine prompt` to generate images based on your text prompts.
- 📂 Keep track of your image requests using the inbox feature in Discord.
- 🖼️ You can upscale and create variations of your generated images for more options.
- 🔄 If you want a dedicated workspace, create your own server and add the Midjourney bot to it.
- ⚙️ Customize your image generation settings, such as style, quality, and mode, using the `/settings` command.
- 🔒 Understand the difference between public and private modes, and how they affect the visibility and usage rights of your generated images.
- 📈 Use weight parameters to influence the prominence of elements in your generated images.
- 🔗 Blend Mode allows you to mix different images, like combining a monkey with a snake.
- 📱 You can also upload your own images to generate prompts based on them.
Q & A
What is the first step to register in Midjourney?
-The first step to register in Midjourney is to open the website midjourney.com and click on 'join the beta', which will transfer you to Discord.
How can users create cool photos in Midjourney for free?
-Users can create cool photos in Midjourney for free by utilizing the approximately 20 to 30 images provided for free upon registration.
What is the purpose of Discord in the context of Midjourney?
-Discord is used as a messenger platform for Midjourney, allowing users to register, log in, and interact with the Midjourney bot for image generation.
What are the different subscription plans offered by Midjourney?
-Midjourney offers a $10/month plan for 200 minutes of image generation, a $30 plan for 15 hours of relaxed mode generation, and a $60 plan for 30 hours of fast generation.
How can users find prompts for image generation in Midjourney?
-Users can find prompts by exploring the active feed, visiting the Midjourney community, using prompt helpers, or getting suggestions from the GitHub website.
What is the command to generate a picture in Midjourney?
-The command to generate a picture in Midjourney is 'slash imagine' followed by the prompt for the desired image.
How can users keep track of their requests in Midjourney?
-Users can keep track of their requests by clicking on the inbox icon in the Discord interface, which will show all their submitted requests.
What is the 'blend mode' in Midjourney used for?
-The 'blend mode' in Midjourney is used to mix elements of different pictures, such as combining a picture of a monkey with a snake.
How can users create images with different orientations in Midjourney?
-Users can create images with different orientations by adding the command 'AR3:2' for a horizontal image or 'AR2:3' for a vertical image to their query string.
What does the 'weight' parameter in Midjourney allow users to do?
-The 'weight' parameter in Midjourney allows users to specify the prominence or importance of different elements within the generated image, controlling the balance between them.
What is the 'no parameter' used for in Midjourney?
-The 'no parameter' in Midjourney is used to attempt the removal of unwanted elements from the generated image by setting their weight close to zero.
Outlines
📝 Getting Started with Mid-Journey: Registration and Image Creation
This paragraph provides a step-by-step guide on how to register and create images using Mid-Journey. It covers the process of signing up through Discord, confirming your email, and understanding the free and paid subscription options. The guide also explains how to generate images by entering prompts, track your requests, and how to upscale and save your creations. It touches on the community aspect of Mid-Journey, where users can use images generated by others. Additionally, it discusses the benefits of creating your own server for a more personalized experience and concludes with instructions on how to add the Mid-Journey bot to your server.
🛠 Customizing Mid-Journey: Settings and Prompts
The second paragraph delves into customizing your Mid-Journey experience by adjusting settings to fit your creative needs. It explains how to access and modify settings such as the version of Mid-Journey in use, the anime mode, image quality, and upscaling preferences. The paragraph also explores different modes like public, private, remix, fast, and relaxed, each with its own implications for image sharing and generation costs. Furthermore, it offers advice on finding and using prompts effectively, suggesting looking at other users' prompts, visiting the Mid-Journey community gallery, and utilizing prompt helper tools. It also introduces the concept of uploading your own images to generate new creations and briefly mentions an upcoming video on using Chat GPT to generate prompts.
🔄 Advanced Features of Mid-Journey: Blend Mode and Image Orientation
The final paragraph introduces advanced features of Mid-Journey, such as blend mode, which allows users to mix different images to create unique combinations. It provides a demonstration of blending a monkey with a snake to illustrate the process. The paragraph also discusses how to control image orientation in the latest version of Mid-Journey, offering options for horizontal and vertical layouts. Additionally, it explains the concept of 'weight' in image generation, which allows users to emphasize or de-emphasize certain elements within an image. The guide suggests using weight adjustments or the 'no' parameter to experiment with removing unwanted elements from the generated images. The paragraph concludes with an encouragement to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and look forward to more informative content.
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Keywords
💡Midjourney
💡Discord
💡Server
💡Prompt
💡Upscale
💡Variations
💡Subscription
💡Blend Mode
💡Orientation
💡Weights
💡Private Mode
Highlights
A complete guide on how to use Midjourney, from registration to creating cool photos.
Registration process involves joining the beta on Midjourney's website and using Discord.
Confirmation of email is necessary for server creation.
Free tier offers approximately 20 to 30 images, with paid subscriptions for more.
Different subscription plans are available, including $10, $30, and $60 options.
Users can generate images using the command 'slash imagine' followed by a prompt.
Tracking requests is made easier through the inbox icon in Discord.
Upscale and variation options are available for generated images.
Images can be saved by opening them in a browser and using the save image option.
Creating a personal server is recommended for a more comfortable work experience.
Paid subscriptions allow for direct communication with the Midjourney bot.
Inactive feeds can be used to make requests without interference from new user requests.
Settings can be adjusted for different modes, styles, and image qualities.
Public mode makes created images available to the community for use.
Private mode at the highest subscription tier keeps work out of public rooms.
Remix mode allows adding queries to the suggested results.
Fast mode uses minutes from paid subscriptions, while relaxed mode offers unlimited generations.
Prompts can be sourced from room interactions, the Midjourney community, or prompt helpers.
GitHub provides a categorized list of styles and themes for prompts.
Chat GPT can be used to generate prompts for Midjourney.
Images can be uploaded and used in prompts with the 'slash imagine' command.
Blend mode allows mixing different images, like a monkey with a snake.
Orientation of images can be set to horizontal or vertical in addition to the default square.
Weight parameter can be used to influence the prominence of elements in an image.
The 'no' parameter can be used to attempt removal of unwanted elements from images.
The video aims to significantly improve viewers' skills in using Midjourney.