How to Get the Most Out of ChatGPT's Image Generation Features
Key Points
- Select "Create image" from the "+" menu to start a picture prompt.
- Choose from preset Styles (e.g., Anime, Coloring Book) to set visual tone.
- Change an image’s style after generation without losing context.
- Use the built‑in editor to modify specific areas with brush and text prompts.
- Mobile app lacks the Styles dropdown; describe the style in the prompt instead.
- Upload existing photos for AI‑driven transformations.
- Download or share finished images directly from the interface.
ChatGPT now lets users create and edit images directly within the chat interface. By selecting styles, using the built‑in editor, and accessing mobile‑specific tools, both free and Plus users can produce customized visuals for a variety of needs. The platform supports style changes, text integration, and uploading existing photos for transformation, making AI‑driven image creation more accessible than ever.
Creating Images in ChatGPT
ChatGPT offers a "Create image" option that appears when users click the "+" menu button next to the prompt bar. After selecting this option, the prompt changes to "Describe an image," allowing users to type a description of the desired picture.
Using Styles
A Styles menu provides quick access to preset visual themes such as Coloring Book, Cyberpunk, or Anime. Choosing a style inserts a pre‑written prompt that guides the AI toward that aesthetic. Users can type their own description beneath the style prompt before generating the image.
Changing Styles After Generation
Once an image is created, users can select a new style from the same menu. The new style prompt replaces the previous one, and ChatGPT applies the change while keeping the original image context, producing a revised version in the chosen style.
Editing Images
ChatGPT includes an image editor accessible by clicking the generated picture. In full‑screen mode, a brush tool lets users highlight areas to modify and then type new instructions in the prompt bar. Undo and redo buttons are also available.
Mobile App Experience
On mobile devices, the image creation flow mirrors the desktop process, though the Styles dropdown is absent. Users must describe the desired style in text, and a size‑adjustment slider helps fine‑tune edits.
Working with Text and Existing Photos
The model handles text well, enabling the creation of graphics that include accurate lettering, such as party invitations. Users can also upload their own photos and request changes—like altering backgrounds, applying artistic styles, or adding imaginative elements.
Saving and Sharing
After finalizing an image, users can hover over it (desktop) or tap it (mobile) to reveal options for downloading, copying, or sharing to platforms like X, Reddit, and LinkedIn.