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AI Image Generation Glossary: Key Terms Every Creator Should Know

Confused by AI image generation terminology? This glossary covers the key terms every creator should know.

AI Image Generation The process of using artificial intelligence to create images from text descriptions.

Prompt The text description you give the AI to generate an image. Example: "A sunset over mountains, photorealistic."

Negative Prompt Instructions telling the AI what NOT to include. Example: "no text, no watermark, no blurry areas."

Generation / Iteration One attempt at creating an image from a prompt. Each credit typically equals one generation.

Variation A different version of the same prompt. Generate multiple variations to find the best result.

Upscaling Increasing the resolution and quality of an image. Pixora's upscaler can enhance images up to 8x.

Inpainting Editing a specific part of an image by having AI regenerate just that area. Useful for fixing hands, faces, or backgrounds.

Outpainting Expanding an image beyond its original borders. AI generates new content to extend the scene.

Style Transfer Applying the visual style of one image to another. Example: making a photo look like a painting.

Seed A number that determines the random starting point for generation. The same seed + prompt = the same image.

Photorealistic Images that look like real photographs. Achieved with camera-specific prompts and quality keywords.

Artifact Visual errors in AI-generated images. Common artifacts include distorted hands, extra fingers, or warped text.

Resolution The size and detail level of an image. Higher resolution = more detail and larger file size.

DPI (Dots Per Inch) A measure of print quality. 300 DPI is standard for print; 72 DPI is typical for web.

Batch Generation Creating multiple images in one session. Efficient for content planning.

Prompt Template A reusable prompt formula with placeholders for different subjects. Example: "[subject], photorealistic, golden hour, 85mm lens."

Prompt Library A collection of saved prompts for reuse and inspiration. Pixora has a built-in prompt library.

Curation The process of selecting the best images from multiple generations. A key creative skill.

Aesthetic A consistent visual style or mood. Examples: cottagecore, dark academia, minimalist.

Composition How elements are arranged in an image. Includes framing, rule of thirds, and focal points.

Color Palette The set of colors used in an image. Defining a palette creates visual consistency.

Depth of Field How much of the image is in focus. "Shallow depth of field" = blurry background (good for portraits).

Credits The currency for AI generation. Pixora gives 5 free daily credits.

Commercial Rights Permission to use images for business purposes. Pixora includes commercial rights on all plans.

Creative Studio An all-in-one platform for AI image creation, editing, and design. Pixora is a creative studio.

Learn the terms — Understanding vocabulary helps you communicate effectively
Use the right keywords — Specific terms produce better results
Save your prompts — Build a personal prompt library
Experiment with settings — Try different styles and approaches
Join the community — Learn from other creators

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