Use Midjourney's Describe Feature: Turn Pictures into Prompts
- kylixie
- Apr 30, 2025
- 3 min read
Have you ever seen an image and wished you knew exactly how to create something similar in Midjourney? The
Midjourney describe feature does just that. It lets you give Midjourney an image, and it gives you prompt ideas
to use. It's like reverse-engineering the creative process.
Starting with Describe
Using describe is simple. Just type the usual slash command in Discord, but follow it with "describe."
In your Midjourney chat, type
Select the
Press Enter.
Midjourney will then ask you to add your image.
Adding Your Image
You can drag and drop an image file directly into the chat after starting the describe command. The video
shows an example of using a personal photo from a trip.
Once you've added the image, press enter or click the submit button.
Getting Prompt Ideas
After you submit your image, Midjourney takes a moment and then provides you with four different prompt
suggestions based on the picture you uploaded. These prompts are a starting point. You can use them as
they are or change them.
At the bottom of the describe result, you'll see buttons labeled 1, 2, 3, and 4. Clicking these buttons
will automatically start the image generation process using the corresponding prompt.
Generating Images from Describe Prompts
When you click one of the prompt buttons (1 through 4), it will set up the generate command with the prompt.
A helpful tip is to also include the link to your original image here. This gives Midjourney extra reference.
Right-click on the image you used for describe.
Select "Copy image link" or similar option.
When the generate command appears with the prompt from describe, paste the image link at the beginning.
The command might look something like:
Press Enter to generate the images.
Repeat this for the other prompts provided by describe to see different interpretations.
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Comparing the Results
Once Midjourney finishes generating the images, you can compare them to your original picture. You'll likely
see variations in style, angle, and elements. Sometimes the results are very close, capturing the overall
feel and color tones well.
The video example shows that while some generated images had similar angles and colors, they didn't identify
specific buildings in the original photo. This is normal. If you need specific details like landmarks,
you might need to edit the generated prompt manually before running it, adding those details yourself.
Other generated images might look quite different from the original, showing how Midjourney interprets the
prompts in various ways. You can keep generating images using the Upscale or Vary buttons under the results
until you find something you like.
Why Use Describe?
The describe command is a fantastic tool because it solves the problem of how to start. Instead of facing
a blank canvas, you get four different prompt ideas based on an image you already know you like. This
provides a solid starting point to create similar images without guessing what words to use.
It's also a great way to learn how Midjourney sees images and turns them into language. By seeing
the prompts it generates, you can understand better how to write your own prompts in the future.
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Conclusion
The describe command is a powerful addition to your Midjourney toolkit. It makes turning visual
ideas into usable prompts easy and gives you a head start on generating images. Give it a try
with some of your favorite photos and see what prompts Midjourney suggests!
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