Adding Images to Your Midjourney Prompts: A Simple How-To

Want to use your own images in your Midjourney creations? Adding reference images can help guide the AI to produce results closer to what you envision. This guide shows you how to upload and use images whether you are on Discord or using the Midjourney website.

Using Images with Midjourney on Discord

You can work with the Midjourney bot directly in a private message or use a channel on the official Midjourney server.

Upload Your Image

To upload an image on Discord, you have two easy ways:

• Drag and drop your image file right onto the message bar where you type.

• Click the plus sign (+) next to the message bar and select "Upload a File."

After selecting the image, press Enter to send it.

Get the Image URL

To use the image in a prompt, Midjourney needs the image's web address, or URL. Here is how to get it:

• If you are using the Discord desktop app, right-click on the image you just sent. Then, select "Copy Link."

• If you use Discord in your web browser or on your phone, the steps might be slightly different depending on the platform. You generally look for an option to copy the message link or the image link.

Add the URL to Your Prompt

Now, paste the URL you copied at the beginning of your Midjourney prompt. For example, you can use it to help define a character. Submit the prompt.

Midjourney might shorten a long URL after you use it the first time. You can use either the original long URL or the shortened one for future prompts.

Handling image URLs and prompts can feel manual if you do it often. For a smoother workflow, consider trying the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT. It can streamline many common tasks.

Using Images with Midjourney on the Web

The Midjourney website offers a streamlined way to upload and use images.

Upload Your Image

Go to the Midjourney website interface where you type your prompts. Look for the image icon on the left side of the prompt bar. Click it.

A window will pop up allowing you to drag and drop your image or click "Upload image" to select a file from your computer.

Once uploaded, Midjourney will usually assume you want to use this newest image in your next prompt.

Tell Midjourney How to Use the Image

After uploading, hover your mouse over the image preview. You will see some icons appear. Click one of these icons to tell Midjourney how you want that image to influence your upcoming prompt. This helps guide the AI.

If you decide you don't want to use the image in your next prompt right away, simply click the "X" on the image preview to remove it from the current prompt bar.

Quick Access to Uploaded Images

A nice feature of the web interface is the quick access area. Any image you upload will be stored here. This panel pops up anytime you click the image icon. This makes it simple to select images you have already uploaded without needing to find the file or copy a URL again.

Select your desired image from the quick access area, type your text prompt, add any parameters, and submit.

Automatig tasks like managing uploaded images and running prompts can significantly speed up your creative process. Check out the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT to see how it can help.

Getting the URL of Existing Midjourney Images

What if you want to use an image Midjourney has already created for you as a reference? You can get its URL from your archive.

Open the image in your archive on the Midjourney website or Discord. Look for the three lines icon, usually in the upper right corner. Click it. Select the "Copy" option, then choose "Image URL."

You can now paste this URL into a new prompt on either Discord or the Midjourney website. Using your past creations as starting points is a powerful technique.

On the Midjourney website, when viewing an image in your archive, you can also click "Use Image." This button will add the image directly to the prompt bar, just like uploading a new image. Then, select an icon next to the image to specify how Midjourney should use it for your next generation.

Streamline Your Midjourney Workflow

Adding images is just one step in creating the perfect Midjourney art. Managing multiple prompts, images, and iterations can become time-consuming.

Explore how the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT can help automate repetitive tasks, track your creations, and enhance your overall Midjourney experience. Spend less time on manual steps and more time creating.

Conclusion

Using reference images is a great way to influence your Midjourney results. Whether you prefer working on Discord or the web, the process is straightforward once you know how to upload images and get their URLs. Experiment with using your own photos, sketches, or even previous Midjourney creations to push the boundaries of your creative output.