> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.chatlyai.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.chatlyai.app/products-and-features/ai-images/what-is-ai-image-generation.md). # What is AI Image Generation? AI Image Generation lets you create high-quality visuals directly within Chatly. You can generate new images or edit existing ones using different image models, all through a simple conversational experience. {% embed url="" %} ### **Available Models** Open the model menu in the chat box to pick a model. Each model shows a short description and the number of credits it uses per image. **Auto** picks the best model for your request. | Model | Credits per image | Best for | | ---------------------- | ----------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- | | **Auto** | Depends on the model it picks | Picks the best model for the task | | **GPT Image 2.5** | 6 | Strict prompt following with clean text | | **Nano Banana Pro** | 45 | High-fidelity generation and multi-image edits | | **Nano Banana 2** | 28 | Pro-level realism and peak performance | | **Nano Banana 2 Lite** | 15 | Lightweight, fast everyday creation | | **Seedream 5.0 Pro** | 81 | Photorealism with dynamic lighting | | **Seedream 5 Lite** | 20 | Efficient, high-speed creative power | | **Seedream 4.5** | 24 | Detailed digital art and textures | | **Seedream 4.0** | 18 | Artistic styles with rich colors | | **Midjourney v7** | 60 | Expressive and artistic visual styles | | **Grok Imagine** | 12 | Bold, trendy and edgy visuals | | **Z-Image Turbo** | 5 | Eye-catching visuals and vibrant art | The list changes as new models are added. The model menu always shows the current models and prices. ### **Key Capabilities** Chatly’s conversational AI image generation feature supports: * **Image Generation:** Create new images from text prompts. * **Image Editing:** Edit your own images by attaching them to your request. * **Reference Images:** Attach reference images to guide style, composition or subject. * **Aspect Ratios:** 1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 9:16, 16:9. * **Variations:** Choose 1, 2 or 4 images per request (4 is marked **Pro**). * **Styles:** Pick a look such as Photorealistic, Anime, Ghibli, 3D Render, Cinematic or Watercolor (20 styles in total). * **Camera angles:** Birdseye, Dutch, Low Hero, Medium, Wide. * **Templates:** Start from a ready-made template in Ad Creatives, Product Shots, Style Transfer, Interior Design, Fashion Shoot or Social Thumbnail. * **Conversational Workflow:** Refine results by chatting naturally with the image agent. ### **Credit Usage** * Credits depend on the **model** you choose (see the table above). * Each request uses **credits per image × number of images**. * Example: Nano Banana 2 uses 28 credits per image, so a request for 2 images uses 56 credits. ### **Token Consumption for Enhancements** | Enhancement | **Credits Deduction / per image** | **Notes** | | ---------------------- | --------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | | **Upscale** | 20 tokens | Applies to a single image, improves resolution. | | **Background Removal** | 1 token | Applies to a single image, removes background. | You get **100** tokens **FREE** on signup for image generation. 🎉
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