# Image Editing

### What is Image Editing?

Image editing allows you to modify an existing generated image using a text prompt. Instead of generating a completely new image from scratch, you can keep the parts you like and change specific details.

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Edits cost **50 moments** per edit.
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### How to Edit an Image

1. **Select an Image:** Choose which image on the generate page.
2. **Click Edit:** Click the **Edit** (wand icon) button.
3. **Enter Instructions:** Describe exactly what you want to change in the text box.
4. **Generate:** Click **Generate Edit** to create a new version of the image.

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### Prompting Guide

For the best results, your instructions should be clear, unambiguous, and focused on the specific change.

#### 1. Be Clear and Specific

Name the exact element you want to change and state the operation clearly. Avoid vague pronouns like "it" or "that one."

* **Do:** "Add matching silver earrings and a necklace."
* **Do:** "Remove the hat."
* **Do:** "Replace the bread with a croissant."
* **Avoid:** "Change that thing to something else."

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#### 2. "Lock" What Should Stay the Same

To prevent accidental changes to the rest of the image, explicitly state what should remain untouched.

* "Keep the pose unchanged."
* "Keep facial expression unchanged."
* "Keep the background unchanged."
* "Preserve the original lighting and composition."

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#### 3. Use a Structured Format

A simple structure often works best: **\[Operation] + \[Target] + \[Change Details] + \[Constraints]**

* **Example:** "Replace the red dress with a blue summer dress, matching the fabric style, keeping her pose and the beach background unchanged."

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#### 4. Common Operations & Templates

**Add an Item**

* Add **sunglasses** to **the woman**, matching **the modern style**, consistent with existing lighting. Keep **her expression and the background** unchanged.

**Remove an Item**

* Remove **the hat** from the image. Fill the area naturally to match the surrounding **hair texture**. Keep everything else unchanged.

**Replace an Object**

* Replace **the coffee cup** with **a wine glass**, keeping her **hand position** unchanged. Match the original **evening lighting**.

**Modify Attributes (Color/Material)**

* Change **the dress** to **red silk**. Keep **the jewelry and shoes** unchanged.

### Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: Can I edit an image multiple times?**

* Yes. You can edit an edited image again to refine details or add more changes. Each edit costs 50 moments.

**Q: Why did my edit change the whole image?**

* If the edit changed too much, try being more specific about what *not* to change. Adding "Keep the background and pose unchanged" to your prompt helps "lock" those elements.

**Q: Can I use editing to change the character's identity?**

* Sometimes, but results vary.
* Editing works best for outfits, backgrounds, and small details.
* If you want a different person, start with a fresh generation.

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Next steps: See [Image Generation](/create/image-generation.md) and [Moments & Payments](/extra/moments-and-payments.md).


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