Unlock the Power of Midjourney: A Complete Guide to Parameters

Midjourney is a powerful tool for creating stunning visuals from simple text prompts. But to truly master Midjourney, you need to understand its parameters. These parameters let you fine-tune your images, controlling everything from aspect ratio to the overall style. Let's explore the key parameters that will transform your Midjourney creations.

Understanding Midjourney Parameters

When you type a text prompt, Midjourney uses default settings to generate images. Parameters let you change these default settings. They are added to the end of your prompt and start with two dashes, followed by the parameter name and its value. Separate multiple parameters with spaces. Here's a crash course to help you master them.

Model Versions

The version parameter determines which Midjourney model is used. To specify a model, use `--version` or `-v` followed by the model number. Each model has its own unique look and prompt understanding. Current values include 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5.1, 6, and 6.1. For example, `--v 5` will use the V5 model. There are also test models, which can be called with `--test` or `--testp`, and anime-trained models called with `--niji` followed by the model number.

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Aspect Ratio

Aspect ratio defines the relationship between the width and height of your image. It's written as width:height. The default is 1:1 (square). To change it, use `--ar` followed by the desired ratio. You must use whole numbers, and there are limits to how wide or tall your images can be. For example, `--ar 3:2` creates a wider image.

Chaos

Chaos affects the diversity of the images in your grid. The default is 0, and the range is 0 to 100. Higher values mean more diverse results. Use `--chaos` or `-c` followed by the desired value. For example, `--chaos 50` introduces more variation in the generated images.

Style Parameters

Stylize

Stylize controls the strength of Midjourney's default visual aesthetic. The default value is 100, and the range is 0 to 1000. Higher values result in more stylized images but may reduce prompt adherence. Use `--stylize` or `-s` followed by the desired value. For example, `--stylize 500` increases the stylization of the image.

Style Reference

Style reference is a powerful feature that applies aesthetic elements from reference images to your results. Use `--sref` followed by the URL of the image or an sref code number. You can use multiple image URLs or the word "random" for a random style. Style weight (`--sw`) controls the influence of the style reference, with a default of 100 and a range of 0 to 1000.

Style

The style parameter lets you minimize Midjourney's influence on the results. Use `--style raw` for more photorealistic images. This parameter has been around since version 5.1, and the `--niji` model has different style modes that affect aesthetics.

Quality and Speed

Quality

The quality parameter controls how much time Midjourney spends generating your images. The default is 1. Lower values mean faster generation but less detail, while higher values mean slower generation but more detail. Different models accept different values. Use `--quality` or `-q` followed by the desired value.

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Turbo, Fast, and Relax

These parameters control the speed of image generation. Turbo and fast use your fast GPU hours, while relax does not (and is not available with all subscriptions). You can set your default speed mode in your settings, but override it with parameters like `--turbo`, `--fast`, or `--relax`.

Repeat

Repeat tells Midjourney to run the same prompt multiple times. It can only be used with fast or turbo mode. Use `--repeat` or `-r` followed by the number of times to repeat the prompt. For example, `--r 5` runs the prompt five times.

Advanced Parameters

Video

The video parameter creates a short time-lapse of your initial image grid being generated. Use `--video` in your prompt, and react to the generated image with the envelope emoji to receive a direct message with a link to the video.

Stop

The stop parameter lets you end image generation early. It takes values between 10 and 100. Use `--stop` followed by the percentage of completion. For example, `--stop 50` stops at 50% completion, which can be useful for softer, more abstract results.

Image Weight

Image weight can only be used with image prompts. It controls the influence of the images on your results. The default value is 1, and in Midjourney V6, it takes decimal values between 0 and 3. Use `--iw` followed by the desired weight.

Character Reference and Character Weight

Character reference matches the character from a reference image. Use `--cref` followed by the URL of the image. Character weight (`--cw`) controls how closely Midjourney adheres to the clothing and hairstyle of the reference character. The default is 100, and the range is 0 to 100. A value of 0 locks onto the face, allowing you to change the clothing.

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Personalize

Personalization creates your own custom Midjourney model. First, teach Midjourney about your style, then include `--personalize` or `-p` in your prompt. The stylize parameter acts on your personalized model instead of the default Midjourney aesthetic.

No

The no parameter tells Midjourney what you don't want in your image. Use `--no` followed by whatever you want to exclude, separated by commas. This is more effective than exclusionary phrases in your main prompt text.

Tile

Tile creates repeating patterns. Just add `--tile` to your prompt. The resulting images can be tiled to create seamless repeating patterns. Be sure to use version 6.1 or higher when upscaling your tile results.

Seed

Each Midjourney job starts with a canvas of visual noise linked to a seed number. If you want to use a particular seed number, use `--seed` followed by the number. Using the same seed number multiple times will give you similar results.

Weird

The weird parameter creates increasingly strange and unexpected results. The default value is 0, and it takes values up to 3000. Use `--weird` or `-w` followed by the desired value. Experiment to see what value you prefer for a given prompt.

Conclusion

[P]Mastering Midjourney's parameters opens up a world of creative possibilities. By understanding and experimenting with these settings, you can fine-tune your images to match your exact vision. Don't be afraid to dive in and explore – the results can be truly amazing!

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