How to Join Midjourney Discord Server | Setup, Subscriptions, DMs, Add Bot to Private Server
TLDRThe video provides a comprehensive guide on how to join the Midjourney Discord server and start creating images using the Midjourney algorithm. It begins by explaining the process of creating a Discord account and joining the Midjourney server, emphasizing that the only official way to use Midjourney is through Discord. The video then outlines the subscription options available for Midjourney, including the basic, standard, pro, and mega plans, each offering different levels of access and features like stealth mode. The host also covers the server's community channels, basic commands for image creation, and how to manage and view your created images. Additionally, it discusses three methods for submitting image creation jobs: through shared channels, direct messages, or a personal Discord server. The video concludes with information on how to rate images to earn free GPU hours and encourages viewers to explore Midjourney's website for more resources.
Takeaways
- 🚀 Discord is currently the only platform to access Midjourney, but soon users will be able to prompt directly from Midjourney's website and a mobile app.
- 📱 To join Midjourney, you must first create a Discord account, which is free and can be accessed through various platforms.
- 🔗 Joining the Midjourney Discord server requires visiting the Midjourney website and clicking 'join the beta' or manually entering a provided link.
- 💰 Midjourney offers four subscription tiers with monthly or annual payment options, including a basic plan suitable for beginners.
- 🕒 Subscriptions include a certain amount of GPU time for image creation, with fast mode for quick image generation and relaxed mode for unlimited submissions.
- 🏢 The Midjourney server is a community space with channels for announcements, discussions, support, and image creation.
- 📈 Beginners should know basic commands like /imagine for creating images, /info for user stats, and /settings for default settings.
- 📬 There are three methods for submitting image creation jobs: through shared channels, direct messages with the Midjourney bot, or creating a private Discord server.
- 🖼️ Images created with Midjourney can be found and downloaded from the 'My Images' section on Midjourney's website.
- 🔒 Pro and Mega subscription plans offer stealth mode, making images invisible to others on the Midjourney website.
- ⭐ Users can earn free fast GPU hours by rating images and being in the top 2,000 rankers for the day.
Q & A
Why do some people find it difficult to start using Midjourney?
-Some people find it difficult to start using Midjourney because they find the signup process and Discord's user interface to be unintuitive and overwhelming.
What is the current method to create Midjourney images?
-The current method to create Midjourney images is through the Discord application, as it is the only platform that uses the Midjourney algorithm at the time of the video recording.
How can one join the Midjourney Discord server?
-To join the Midjourney Discord server, one can go to Midjourney's website and click 'join the beta'. If not logged into Discord, they will be prompted to enter their login information. Alternatively, they can manually join by clicking the plus sign in Discord, selecting 'join server', and entering the provided link.
What are the different subscription tiers offered by Midjourney?
-Midjourney offers four subscription tiers: Basic, Standard, Pro, and Mega. Each tier offers different features and access levels, with the Pro and Mega plans including stealth mode and higher GPU time for image creation.
What is the difference between fast mode and relaxed mode in Midjourney?
-Fast mode is ideal for users who want to generate images quickly and is available to users with a subscription that includes fast hours. Relaxed mode allows users to submit as many image creation jobs as they want without using their fast hours, but it is not available to users on the Basic plan.
How can users submit their image creation jobs in Midjourney?
-Users can submit their image creation jobs through the Midjourney server in any of the image generation channels, through a direct message with the Midjourney bot, or by creating their own Discord server and inviting the Midjourney bot to it.
What are some basic commands that a beginner Midjourney user should know?
-Some basic commands include: '/imagine' to create images, '/info' to view user stats, '/settings' to view and change default settings for prompts, and '/relax' or '/fast' to switch between relaxed mode and fast mode.
How can users share images they've created with the Midjourney Discord Community?
-Users can share images they've created in one of the Showcase channels within the Midjourney Discord server.
What is the purpose of the weekly office hours event in the Midjourney server?
-The weekly office hours event is an opportunity for community engagement where users can discuss and get support for their Midjourney-related queries.
How can users rate images on Midjourney's website to earn free fast GPU hours?
-If users run out of fast hours, they can rate pairs of images on the Midjourney website. If they are in the top 2,000 rankers for that day, they will earn one free fast GPU hour.
How can users access their image gallery on Midjourney's website?
-Users can access their image gallery by logging into Midjourney's website and clicking on 'My Images', where they can filter, view, search, and download their images.
What is the future availability for Midjourney in terms of web and mobile access?
-The future web and mobile availability for Midjourney will be announced through official channels, and it is expected that users will soon be able to prompt directly from Midjourney's website and eventually through a mobile app.
Outlines
😀 Getting Started with Mid Journey on Discord
This paragraph introduces the video's focus on overcoming the barrier to entry for using Mid Journey, an image generation tool currently accessible through Discord. It discusses the perceived complexity of Discord's signup process and interface, and the upcoming availability of direct access from Mid Journey's website and a mobile app. The speaker aims to simplify the process for beginners, starting with creating a Discord account, joining the Mid Journey server, and understanding the subscription options available. The paragraph also touches on the different subscription tiers, the concept of GPU time, and the modes of operation (fast mode and relaxed mode). It concludes with an overview of the Mid Journey server's community space and its various channels dedicated to announcements, discussions, support, and image creation.
🛠️ Navigating Mid Journey's Discord Server and Commands
This paragraph provides an orientation to the Mid Journey Discord server and outlines basic commands for new users. It explains how to access direct messages and return to the server. The video introduces four essential commands: '/imagine' for creating images, '/info' for viewing user stats, '/settings' for adjusting default settings, and mode-switching commands like '/relax' and '/fast'. The speaker also discusses three methods for submitting image creation jobs: through shared image generation channels, via direct messages with the Mid Journey bot, and by creating a personal Discord server and inviting the Mid Journey bot. The paragraph concludes with instructions on where to find, view, and download created images on Mid Journey's website, mentions the benefits of stealth mode for pro and mega subscribers, and briefly touches on the image rating system to earn free fast GPU hours.
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Keywords
💡Discord
💡Midjourney
💡Subscription
💡GPU Time
💡Stealth Mode
💡Relaxed Mode
💡Commands
💡Direct Messages (DMs)
💡Discord Server
💡Image Prompts
💡Community Channels
Highlights
Midjourney Discord Server is the primary platform for creating Midjourney images, which can be overwhelming for new users.
Midjourney access will soon be available directly through the website and a mobile app, reducing reliance on Discord.
Creating a Discord account is the first step to join the Midjourney server, with instructions provided for email verification and app setup.
Subscription to Midjourney is required for image creation, with various subscription tiers offering different features and GPU time.
The basic plan is recommended for beginners, with options to upgrade to higher tiers for more features and GPU time.
Stealth mode in Pro and Mega plans keeps images private and not visible to others on the Midjourney website.
Fast mode is suitable for quick image generation, while relaxed mode allows for unlimited image creation without using fast hours.
The Midjourney server features different channels for announcements, discussions, support, and image creation.
Community engagement is encouraged through events like weekly office hours and participation in community forums.
Image creation can be done in shared channels, direct messages, or a personal Discord server with the Midjourney bot.
Basic commands for beginners include '/imagine' for creating images, '/info' for user stats, and '/settings' for default settings.
Direct messages with the Midjourney bot provide a private space for image creation, separate from shared channels.
Creating a personal Discord server with the Midjourney bot allows for customized organization and collaboration with friends.
Images created with Midjourney can be found and downloaded from the 'My Images' section on the Midjourney website.
Stealth mode images are not displayed publicly and are accessible only to the creator.
Rating images on the Midjourney website can earn users additional fast GPU hours if they rank in the top 2,000.
The video provides a comprehensive guide to setting up and using Midjourney within Discord, making it less intimidating for new users.