Lesson 710 lessons
Iterating and Refining with Variations
Strong vs. weak variations
Use "Strong" variations when you like the overall concept but want more exploration, and "Subtle" variations when the image is nearly right and you just want minor refinements — picking the right strength saves iteration cycles.
Zoom out and pan for composition changes
Use Zoom Out to add more scene context around a tightly-framed subject, or Pan to shift the composition and reveal new areas — both let you adjust framing without a full regeneration.
Knowing when to start over instead of iterating
If an image's fundamental composition or subject is wrong, stop iterating on variations and rewrite the base prompt instead — endless small tweaks on a flawed foundation waste more time than starting fresh.
Key Takeaways
- Choose Strong variations for exploration, Subtle for near-final refinement.
- Zoom Out and Pan adjust composition without full regeneration.
- Rewrite the base prompt when the fundamental concept is wrong.
- Endless small tweaks on a flawed foundation waste more time than starting over.
Practice the full iteration toolkit
Generate an image, create both a Strong and Subtle variation, then use Zoom Out on your favorite to add scene context.