How to Start Using Midjourney Version 7 and Its Personalization Feature

A Midjourney generated image using Midjourney Automation Suite

Midjourney has released its new version 7 (alpha), and it brings a key difference compared to version 6. This update focuses heavily on personalization, which means you can train the AI to better match your style and preferences. This can lead to unique image results that are less generic.

Accessing Midjourney V7

If you are already a Midjourney user, you can see the version option in the settings section. While version 6.1 is currently the default, you can select version 7 there.

However, choosing version 7 in settings isn't enough to start generating images with it right away.

Why Personalization is Key in V7

Midjourney version 7 requires you to unlock personalization before you can use it. This is a significant step. The idea is that by training the model, you help it understand what you prefer, which should result in outputs more suited to your needs.

According to Midjourney, version 7 shows improved image quality. This includes better textures, bodies, hands, and overall detail coherence. This might help reduce common issues like distorted hands.

The major change is that version 7 has personalization turned on by default, but you need to activate it first.

Unlocking Personalization: The Ranking Process

To unlock the personalization feature and use version 7, you need to rank images. You do this by clicking the "unlock personalization" button. You will be shown pairs of images and asked to choose which one you prefer.

You need to rank 200 images to complete this step. You can quickly go through these pairs using your keyboard (like using '1' for left and '2' for right). Ranking 200 images can take just a few minutes.

Choosing the images you feel have higher quality or are closer to your style helps Midjourney learn your preferences. The more thoughtful you are, the more the results may cater to you.

Managing many image generations and keeping track of your preferences can be time-consuming. Tools designed for Midjourney users, such as the Midjourney Automation Suite by TitanXT, can help streamline your workflow, especially as you start exploring the personalized capabilities of V7.

Initial Impressions of V7 Outputs

Once unlocked, you can start testing version 7. Running prompts in V7 can show some differences.

For example, testing a prompt for a "coloring page of an epic dragon" in V7 might result in images that look more like a detailed sketch compared to V6.1 outputs. The textures might appear different.

Trying a prompt for a "lion wearing sunglasses in a dark studio setting" with a realistic style parameter in V7 can produce high-quality images. The details like fur textures and how the sunglasses fit the image can look very good, demonstrating improved coherence mentioned in the V7 notes.

Creating Different Personalization Profiles

A cool feature in version 7 is the ability to create different personalization profiles. This means you could have a profile where you prioritize hyper-realistic images by ranking realistic examples higher.

You could also create another profile focused on artistic styles, lines, and drawings by ranking those types of images as preferred.

This feature suggests Midjourney is heading towards giving users more control over the AI's output style by training it based on their likes.

Exploring different styles and maintaining separate personalization profiles can become complex. A tool like the Midjourney Automation Suite by TitanXT can assist you in managing multiple styles and generating batches of images more efficiently across your various personalized profiles.

Conclusion

Midjourney version 7 brings personalization to the forefront. Simply select V7 in your settings and complete the image ranking task to unlock its features. This process helps train the AI to better understand your creative vision.

Trying out V7 with example prompts shows promises of improved quality and detail. The ability to create different personalization profiles opens up new ways to guide the AI towards specific artistic or realistic outcomes.

If you're ready to take your Midjourney workflow to the next level and manage your personalized creations, consider exploring the features offered by the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT.

Have you tried Midjourney V7 yet? What differences have you noticed in its output or quality? Share your experiences in the comments below.