What’s New?

In the upcoming weeks, users can anticipate a multitude of changes, including the introduction of a brand new V3 algorithm. Key improvements include:

• Noticeably reduced distortion and artifacts in generated images.
• An entirely new “stylize” parameter.
• A fresh “quality” parameter.

How the “Stylize” Parameter Works

When using the Discord text prompt, you can describe the desired image and then specify the “stylize” value at the end.

Here’s a breakdown of the stylize values and their implications:

• Stylize 625: Essentially turns it off.
• Stylize 1250: Offers a more lenient approach while maintaining aesthetics (recommended for experienced users).
• Stylize 2500: This is the default setting.
• Stylize 20000: The AI begins to deviate from your text input.
• Stylize 60000: Unpredictable results; the AI takes full control.

The higher the value, the more the AI will interpret and stray from your original text.

How the “Quality” Parameter Works

Similar to “stylize,” the “quality” parameter can also be adjusted in the text prompt.

Here’s how the quality values break down:

• Quality 0.25: Fast results with low detail (4x quicker/cheaper).
• Quality 0.5: Moderate detail at twice the speed/cost.
• Quality 1: Default setting.
• Quality 2: High detail, but slower and more expensive (2 minutes per image).
• Quality 5: Experimental quality, potentially creative but may yield worse results (5 minutes per image).

Keep in mind that increasing the quality will also raise the cost of each generated image. For instance, setting quality to 0.5 halves your costs, while quality 2 doubles them.

Example

Take a look at how impressive the advancements have been in just a couple of months. The left image shows faces created two months ago, while the stunning image of the girl on the right, by user Hulfbunny, showcases today's capabilities.

The facial features have seen a remarkable upgrade with the introduction of the V3 algorithm. Below is a collage shared by the MidJourney team, illustrating the enhancements brought by the new algorithm.

You Can Still Use Previous Versions

The new algorithm remains in an experimental phase, and the developers are closely monitoring server performance under the new load. It's acknowledged that rolling this out as the default carries risks; hence, users can revert to older versions by using the parameters:

• --version 2 (previous version)
• --version 1 (previously referred to as "vibe")

Final Thoughts

In recent months, the MidJourney AI text-to-art generator has experienced several notable advancements. The output is now more intricate and precise, signaling a transformative shift in the digital art landscape that is likely to influence the art community significantly in the future.

As an artist, I sometimes worry that these tools might one day overshadow the joy of traditional drawing. Nevertheless, I intend to embrace these innovations and craft stunning artworks powered by pure imagination.

For those eager to change their lives through storytelling, consider joining Medium today, or you can support my work by buying me a coffee. Have a wonderful day!

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