Best Practices

Tips to maximize your productivity and get the best results from Artilora.

Workflow Optimization

Start with Planning

1. Define your goal: What do you need? (Product image, concept design, etc.)
2. Gather references: Collect inspiration images
3. Plan your prompts: Write clear, specific prompts
4. Set resolution: Choose appropriate size from start

Iterative Approach

Don't expect perfection on first try:

1. Generate initial version
2. Review and identify improvements
3. Use inpainting for specific changes
4. Refine until satisfied

Save credits:

• Start with lower resolution (512×512) for testing
• Use faster models for iterations
• Only use high-res and premium models for final version

Prompt Writing

Structure

Follow this structure:

[Subject] + [Style/Quality] + [Composition] + [Use Case]

Example:

"Minimalist gold ring with diamond, art deco style, white background, professional product photography, for e-commerce"

Key Elements

Always Include:

• Subject: What you're creating
• Style: Artistic style or photography style
• Background: White, transparent, or scene
• Use Case: What it's for (helps AI understand context)

Optional but Helpful:

• Materials: "gold", "silver", "ceramic"
• Lighting: "studio lighting", "natural light"
• Mood: "elegant", "modern", "vintage"

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Too vague: "Make a ring" ✅ Specific: "Create a minimalist gold ring with small diamond, art deco style"

❌ Too many conflicting styles: "vintage modern futuristic ring" ✅ One clear style: "vintage art deco style ring"

❌ Missing context: "ring" ✅ With context: "gold ring, white background, for e-commerce product page"

Model Selection

For Different Tasks

Product Images:

• Best: DALL-E 3, Midjourney
• Fast: Imagen 4.0
• Prompt: Include "product photography", "white background"

Concept Designs:

• Best: Midjourney, Stable Diffusion XL
• Prompt: Include "concept design", "sketch style"

Realistic Images:

• Best: DALL-E 3, Imagen 4.0
• Prompt: Include "photorealistic", "professional photography"

Artistic/Creative:

• Best: Midjourney
• Prompt: Include artistic style keywords

Text Models

For Complex Tasks:

• GPT-4o: Best understanding and creativity
• Claude Sonnet 4: Excellent for creative tasks

For Speed:

• GPT-4o Mini: Fast, good quality
• Gemini Flash: Very fast

Canvas Organization

Use Smart Canvas

• Always use Smart Canvas for AI generation (not regular canvas)
• Set resolution before generating
• Keep related images in same canvas

Organize Your Work

1. Name canvases clearly: "Product Images - Jewelry", "Concept Designs"
2. Group related elements: Use grouping for complex compositions
3. Use layers: Keep original, edit on copies
4. Export regularly: Backup important work

Canvas Management

• One project per canvas: Keep related work together
• Use multiple canvases: Separate different projects
• Archive old work: Export and delete unused canvases

Credit Management

Understanding Costs

Image Generation:

• Basic models: 8-20 credits
• Premium models: 30-60 credits
• High resolution: +10-20 credits

Video Generation:

• Short videos (5-10s): 400-600 credits
• Long videos (30-60s): 700-1000 credits

Saving Strategies

1. Test at low resolution: 512×512 for testing, 1024×1024 for final
2. Use faster models first: Test with GPT-4o Mini, final with GPT-4o
3. Iterate with inpainting: Don't regenerate entire image
4. Batch similar requests: Generate multiple variations at once
5. Plan before generating: Avoid unnecessary regenerations

Daily Credits

• 50 free credits daily: Use them every day
• Plan your work: Save daily credits for important tasks
• Use before midnight UTC: Credits reset daily

Quality Tips

For Best Results

1. Be specific: More details = better results
2. Use references: Upload images to guide AI
3. Iterate: Refine prompts based on results
4. Choose right model: Match model to task
5. Use appropriate resolution: Higher isn't always better

Common Quality Issues

Blurry Images:

• Increase resolution
• Add "sharp", "high quality" to prompt
• Try different model

Wrong Colors:

• Be specific about colors in prompt
• Use inpainting to fix specific areas

Missing Details:

• Add detail descriptions to prompt
• Use inpainting to add details to specific areas

Inconsistent Style:

• Use same prompt structure for all images
• Keep model consistent
• Reference first successful image

Time-Saving Tips

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Learn and use shortcuts (see Canvas Basics)
• Faster workflow = more productivity

Templates

• Save good prompts: Keep successful prompts as templates
• Reuse structures: Adapt successful prompt structures
• Create prompt library: Document what works

Batch Operations

• Generate multiple at once: Use batch generation when possible
• Export all: Select multiple images, export together
• Organize efficiently: Group related work

Troubleshooting

Generation Fails

1. Check credits: Ensure sufficient balance
2. Check model: Ensure model is selected
3. Simplify prompt: Try shorter, clearer prompt
4. Try different model: Some models may be temporarily unavailable

Poor Results

1. Refine prompt: Add more specific details
2. Try different model: Different models excel at different tasks
3. Use references: Upload example images
4. Iterate: Use inpainting to fix specific issues

Slow Generation

1. Check internet: Ensure stable connection
2. Use faster models: Switch to GPT-4o Mini or Gemini Flash
3. Reduce resolution: Lower resolution = faster generation
4. Check server status: May be temporary issue

Advanced Techniques

Multi-Step Workflows

1. Generate base image: Create initial design
2. Refine with inpainting: Fix specific areas
3. Add variations: Create multiple versions
4. Combine elements: Merge best parts from different images
5. Final polish: Last adjustments and export

Creative Combinations

• Mix styles: Combine different artistic styles
• Combine references: Use multiple reference images
• Iterate on variations: Build on successful results

Getting Help

Resources

• Documentation: Browse all docs at /docs
• Community: Join Discord for tips and help
• Support: Email support@artilora.ai

Learning

• Start simple: Master basics before advanced techniques
• Experiment: Try different approaches
• Learn from results: Analyze what works and why

Summary

Key Takeaways:

1. ✅ Plan before generating: Save time and credits
2. ✅ Be specific in prompts: Better results
3. ✅ Use Smart Canvas: Better quality and control
4. ✅ Iterate gradually: Don't expect perfection immediately
5. ✅ Organize your work: Easier to find and manage
6. ✅ Save credits: Test low-res, final high-res
7. ✅ Use references: Guide AI with images
8. ✅ Learn shortcuts: Faster workflow

Happy designing! ✨