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BIG Midjourney UPDATE - I can't believe how good this is
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Users of Midjourney AI image generation software interested in new features and workflow enhancements.
TL;DR
Midjourney has released two major updates: a "--preview" mode for testing new models and "draft mode" for generating 24 images at once. The "--preview" mode significantly enhances image quality and personalization, while draft mode offers more options but with limitations on upscaling. The video also introduces a new color grading app, Color Pilot.
Key Takeaways
- Midjourney's new "--preview" mode significantly enhances image quality and detail, especially when combined with user-created mood boards, offering stunningly better results than standard generation.
- The "--preview" mode is an experimental feature that allows users to test upcoming Midjourney models, providing a glimpse into future capabilities and improved image generation.
- Midjourney's "draft mode" in version 8.1 generates 24 images per prompt, offering a wider array of options and increasing the chances of finding a desirable output.
- While draft mode provides many options, upscaling individual images from the 24-image grid is limited to "very subtle" or "very strong" variations, not exact replicas.
- The "very subtle" variation option in draft mode is recommended as it offers the closest results to the desired image from the grid, though not a perfect upscale.
- Draft mode supports various aspect ratios, including 9x16 and 16x9, though wider formats may require scrolling to view the entire grid of images.
- Increasing the "chaos" parameter in draft mode generates even more diverse and varied images within the 24-image grid, leading to highly unique results.
- The free "Color Pilot" app offers a fast and easy way to color grade images, with multiple themes and local processing, enhancing user-created visuals.
In This Video
- 00:00Big Midjourney Update Announced
A significant Midjourney update has been released, featuring two major improvements that are highly impressive and worth exploring immediately.
- 00:14Testing New Features with Preview
Use '--preview' to test early versions of new models. Results are amazing, especially for personalization and mood boards.
- 00:45Preview Mode Enhances Images
Comparing prompts with and without preview mode shows stunningly better results with preview, particularly in brightness and exposure.
- 01:30Mood Board Packs and Preview
New mood board packs were launched, and the preview mode significantly improved the generation of alien space pirates.
- 02:25Draft Mode and Big Grids
Midjourney version 8.1 introduces draft mode, generating 24 images per prompt in big grids, a long-awaited feature.
- 02:37Using Draft Mode and Variations
Enable draft mode via the lightning bolt icon. While variations like 'subtle' and 'strong' are available, direct upscaling of grid images is not.
- 04:52Draft Mode Aspect Ratios and Chaos
Draft mode supports various aspect ratios. Adding chaos increases variety in the 24-image grids, leading to more diverse and fun results.
- 06:06Introducing Color Pilot App
The new free color grading app, Color Pilot, offers various themes and tools to easily enhance image aesthetics.
Questions & Answers
How do I test new Midjourney features early?
You can test early versions of new Midjourney models by adding "--preview" to the end of your prompt. This feature might be unpolished and results may vary.
What's new in Midjourney version 8.1?
Midjourney version 8.1 introduced draft mode and big grids, allowing you to generate 24 images per prompt. Activate draft mode by clicking the lightning bolt icon.
How does Midjourney's draft mode work?
In draft mode, Midjourney generates 24 images. You can then choose 'very subtle' or 'very strong' variations, though direct upscaling of grid images isn't available.
Can I upscale images from Midjourney's big grids?
No, you cannot directly upscale images from the big grids. You can select 'very subtle' or 'very strong' variations, but these are not exact upscales of the grid images.
What is Midjourney's chaos parameter?
The chaos parameter in Midjourney increases the variety among the generated images. Higher chaos values lead to more diverse and different results within the grid.
What is the Color Pilot app?
Color Pilot is a free color grading app that allows you to easily adjust the look of your images. It offers different themes and local processing for privacy.
Key Terms
- Midjourney Preview Mode — A feature allowing users to test early versions of new Midjourney models by appending '--preview' to their prompts.
- Midjourney Draft Mode — A mode in Midjourney version 8.1 that generates 24 images per prompt, offering more options to choose from.
- Big Grids — The output format in Midjourney's draft mode, displaying 24 generated images in a large grid for easier selection.
- Color Pilot — A free color grading application for adjusting image aesthetics, with optional cloud sync and pro features.
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