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- What are the most common AI image fails?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 10 AI fails\u2026and how to fix them<\/a>\n
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- The mystery of the extra digits<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ross from Friends teeth<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Text that melts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- So many limbs, so little time<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dead behind the eyes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- I have nothing to wear<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dal\u00ed goes supersonic<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The subject\u2019s perfect, but the background\u2026not so much<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mutant Fido<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Where\u2019s the exit?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Taking your AI images to the next level with ImageEdit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI image fails: FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What are the most common AI image fails?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
OK, so we have to give AI a bit of credit before we unpick its rough patches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First of all, generative AI has come on leaps and bounds in an incredibly short time. With sophisticated AI image generators<\/a> it\u2019s now possible to create images that really do look like the real deal, whether it\u2019s a photograph, illustration, or artwork. Perhaps we\u2019re already becoming complacent with the incredible versatility of this still relatively new technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secondly, it\u2019s helpful, like genuinely helpful. Whether it\u2019s for quick content creation or when designers need an image at the drop of a hat, the automated power of AI really has transformed the way creatives work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But (and it\u2019s a big but) it definitely isn\u2019t flawless, and it\u2019s easy to forget that AI really does require a lot of input and direction from you, the human being typing in that AI art prompt<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most common AI fails in images include things like wibbly text (AI struggles to render text and typography accurately in generated images), and characteristics in images of people or animals that just appear a bit \u2018off\u2019, breaking the illusion that the subject is real. We\u2019re talking dead-fish eyes, extra fingers or limbs, and teeth or skin that look too white, glossy or artificial. The other AI fail commonly reported is sheer randomness \u2014 elements not specified in your prompt that haunt your AI images like a bad smell. Floating heads, fire-breathing cats…we\u2019ve seen them all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
10 AI fails…and how to fix them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mistakes happen, we\u2019re only
robot<\/s> human, after all. The great thing about AI image generators like ImageGen<\/a> is there\u2019s always scope for giving it another go. Refine your initial prompt with these top tips and see the flaws melt away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. The mystery of the extra digits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
“Why does this man have twelve fingers…and five extra thumbs?!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Too many fingers in this image<\/a> let down an otherwise cool concept.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The AI hands fail. That old chestnut. Artificial intelligence can do amazing things, but it\u2019s not always great at counting fingers. In some images of people, expect extra fingers, warped palms or hands randomly growing out of foreheads. Sigh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Use these prompt tips to refine your image and eliminate those pesky digits from the AI hands fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Try incorporating specific phrases relating to hands and fingers into your prompt, like \u201cA person with two realistic human hands, five fingers on each hand, natural pose, photorealistic, ultra-detailed anatomy\u201d.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If in doubt, conceal unwanted extras with prompts like: \u201cHands partially in pockets\u201d<\/strong> or \u201chands resting naturally by the side\u201d.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Be specific and avoid vague phrases like \u201cman with hands.\u201d<\/strong> AI will simply fill in the blanks, and that\u2019s how finger spaghetti is born.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pro tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re done fighting the fingers, just go for \u201cclose-up portrait, hands not visible.\u201d<\/strong> A beautiful headshot, no thumbs in sight. Boom. Problem buried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This image<\/a> was refined and created using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n To remove unwanted extra digits, the image above was created using this prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A detailed cinematic aerial photo of a large neoclassical statue on an island, holding a banana, photo real, 8k highly detailed, epic cinematography photo, cinematic shot. The hands have five fingers each.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
2. Ross from ‘Friends’ teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf a smile glows in the dark, it\u2019s maybe too white.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Is your AI smile <\/a>a bit too…smiley?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Taking pearly whites into another dimension, AI-generated smiles can be, well, creepy to be completely honest. Super wide (literally ear-to-ear), full of tiny teeth (argh) and with a white gloss that could strip paint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Your own smile might be wiped from your face right now, but don\u2019t worry. These prompt refinements are guaranteed to spark joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Aim for realism by telling AI to dial down the mania: \u201cPortrait of a woman with a subtle closed-mouth smile, natural expression, photorealistic face.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- And relaaaax. People don\u2019t smile like they\u2019ve won the lottery every day, so aim for softness in your prompt: \u201cSoft facial expression, gentle smile, relaxed mood.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI is prone to exaggeration, so don\u2019t include \u201csmiling happily\u201d<\/strong> unless you want The Joker<\/em> energy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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This image<\/a> has a more realistic and subtle smile, created using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n This image depicts a more subtle kind of smile, by using this prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Photo of a man with a subtle smile, close-up, fish-eye camera style, raw, authentic, black and white photograph style.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
3. Text that melts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWelcome to L\u00f8r\u00e6m \u00dflurgh Caf\u00e9!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Nonsensical text spoils an otherwise decent image<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Ask AI for an image that includes signage or a book, and you\u2019ll probably get a jumbled soup of nonsense characters. AI can do \u2018words\u2019…just not real ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Words are overrated right? No, I\u2019m kidding. Wingdings text is never a great look on website mockups or flyer designs, and a dead giveaway of AI use. Use these tips to make AI text more legible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- One option is to remove traces of text completely, with prompts like: \u201cBlank sign,\u201d \u201cno visible text\u201d<\/strong> or \u201csignboard with abstract markings.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fix the issue in post-editing by overlaying real text later in software like Photoshop. That way, you have more control over font style, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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This image<\/a>, created using ImageGen<\/a>, features clear and legible type due to specific prompt direction.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n This image reads clearly and legibly by using specific words directed in this prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Colorful desert retro signage reading clearly ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada’, soft vintage light and palm trees in the background.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
4. So many limbs, so little time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cShe\u2019s got legs. And more legs. And still more legs.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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When is one leg too many<\/a>?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Top of funny AI fails perhaps. Results are always…astonishing. But come on, give it a break \u2014 AI isn\u2019t human, so why would you expect it to restrict itself to just two human legs? Get with it people. Two legs are so last year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
OK, so there are situations (numerous) when you don\u2019t want a picture of a chap with three legs. Lessen the limbs with these tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Be specific, and just say it: \u201cFull-body portrait of a woman with natural human anatomy, two arms, two legs, photorealistic.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI likes to float off into its imagination once in a while, so bring it back down to earth: \u201cNo extra limbs, no surrealism, accurate proportions.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Keep it realistic. Avoid abstract phrasing or fantasy contexts unless you want a centaur surprise (which in some contexts, can be real fun).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Phew, that’s better. Less legs, more realism in this image<\/a> created using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Bring the leg count down by being specific about anatomy basics, like in the prompt for this image:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Woman with two legs standing on a scenic mountainside, looking straight to camera, with beautiful green valley in the background.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
5. Dead behind the eyes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cStop looking at me that way, dude.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Creepy<\/a>. Enough said.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Misaligned eyes, dead-eyed stares, or one misty pupil looking at you while the other searches for meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The eyes are the window to the soul, but we\u2019ve got news for you \u2014 AI ain\u2019t got no soul. It\u2019s your job as a decent human to bring some life back into the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Try to direct the subject\u2019s gaze with your prompt, such as: \u201cLooking directly at the camera, sharp eyes, catchlights, symmetrical face.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Specify a requirement for naturalism: \u201cLifelike eyes with natural gaze, facing forward.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Don\u2019t just type \u201cperson looking\u201d<\/strong>, that\u2019s too vague. Tell AI where the subject should be looking. Be bossy. It can take it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Forcing your AI prompt to focus on the rendering of eyes will dramatically improve human portraits, like this one<\/a> created using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Bring the light back to eyes in your AI images, like in this prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Portrait of a man in oil painting style, with intense soulful eyes staring out from the canvas. Neutral, calming colors and a plain painterly background.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
6. I have nothing to wear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHow does this sweater have a zipper that becomes a pocket that becomes a sleeve that becomes a…centaur?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Interesting fashion choices<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Outfits that look like they\u2019ve been assembled by a mad bag of cats, asymmetrical or missing clothing, and don\u2019t even expect your AI person to be fashionable. Robots don\u2019t have innate style, daaahling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need to style your AI imagery to achieve an outfit that looks put together. Here are some pointers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Specify the garment and, more importantly, the details, like in this example: \u201cWearing a tailored denim jacket with silver zippers, clean seam lines, natural folds.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI might have less fashion sense than your dad, but that doesn\u2019t mean it can\u2019t use a glow-up. Use fashion terms like: \u201chigh-waisted\u201d, \u201cpleated skirt\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cbutton-down shirt\u201d<\/strong> to give it a style education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid typing \u201ccool clothes\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cfuturistic outfit\u201d<\/strong> unless you want to see what AI thinks a blend of tech bro chic and 2099 looks like.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Stay smart with fashion-forward prompts, as demonstrated by this stylish monkey<\/a>, generated using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n A classic suit never goes out of fashion, even for monkeys. The image above uses this prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Monkey wearing a smart tailored suit, crisp shirt and tie, and a smart bowler hat, carrying a walking stick.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
7. Dal\u00ed goes supersonic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThat\u2019s not a violin. That\u2019s a plank of wood with spaghetti. Oh, and there goes the floating cat again.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Spaghetti Western<\/a>?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
As with limbs, AI also stumbles on that painfully common item \u2014 the everyday object. Instruments, work tools or seemingly simple food items become disfigured, dismembered and no longer subject to the rules of gravity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Luckily this AI fail is easily fixed with a good dose of detail. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- For any object, describe its appearance, however basic this might seem, like in this example: \u201cA detailed violin with four strings, wooden body, resting on a table.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- For food, be specific about how it should be presented to avoid majestic salmon fillets floating downriver<\/a>: \u201cPhotorealistic plate of spaghetti with meatballs, fork on the side, white ceramic plate.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- When it comes to objects, it\u2019s no time to be lazy. Don\u2019t simply include \u201ca meal\u201d<\/strong> and \u201can instrument\u201d<\/strong> in the same prompt and expect this to come out OK. AI will probably create an edible saxophone, and think it\u2019s done a great job, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Dali would be proud of this surrealist scene<\/a>, generated using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Keep your objects grounded and the material you want them in, like in this example prompt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A surreal desert landscape inspired by Salvador Dali, showcasing a beautiful wooden classical violin, bathed in warm, dreamlike lighting, with melting clocks and elongated shadows enhancing the bizarre atmosphere.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
8. The subject\u2019s perfect, but the background…not so much<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhy is there a floating castle hovering behind this bored office worker?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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“Look man! A floating castle<\/a>!”<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Inconsistent or surreal backgrounds that make no sense, and seem at complete odds with the subject of the AI image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Backgrounds can be neglected when you\u2019re focusing on just trying to make your person look like the real deal. Remember to keep the backdrop in mind as part of your prompt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Build context like you\u2019re writing a book: \u201cAn office setting with modern furniture, computer desk, blurred cityscape outside window.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Skip the surrealism: \u201cRealistic background, consistent with the foreground subject, no fantasy elements.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- And above all, avoid vague \u201cin the background\u201d<\/strong> phrases. Name it, tame it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Still bored, but with a more realistic background, in this image<\/a> created using ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Remember to include background detail in your prompt, like in this example for the image above:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Bored office worker seated at a wooden desk in an office setting in a photorealistic style with soft lighting. In the background a cityscape of tall office buildings and clouds set against a blue sky are visible from the window.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
9. Mutant Fido<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cStacey, I\u2019m going to make you a super cute puppy. Ah, OK…wow.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
![\"labrador](\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/envato-labs-ai-f3387a62-87bf-4b67-8420-b065ac8c6987.jpg\")
The pet dog<\/a> of Stacey’s dreams…or nightmares?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Robots clearly don\u2019t own pets, because it can\u2019t seem to figure out the basic anatomy of your average domestic dog. And quite often, the haunting white smile that dogs (sorry) your people images comes back to give Fido a real sinister expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
AI needs a little guidance on pet care. After all, we\u2019re not at the stage where robots are allowed to own their own cats (yet).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Describe the animal in clear detail, such as: \u201cGolden retriever with soft fur, four legs, sitting, realistic eyes and face.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mention breed-specific features, like: \u201cshort muzzle,\u201d \u201clong ears\u201d<\/strong> and \u201ccurly tail.\u201d<\/strong> It might not get the hint from simply stating \u201cXoloitzcuintli<\/a>\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Don\u2019t say \u201ccute animal.\u201d<\/strong> Unless you want to discover what AI thinks is cute (eek).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
![\"labrador](\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/envato-labs-ai-e1b2efec-630f-42d4-b029-206ab805ed26.jpg\")
This image of a dog<\/a> is more photorealistic, with the prompt refined in ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n This prompt uses breed-specific words and clarifies that the image should be realistic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Photorealistic portrait of a cute pet labrador dog with golden fur, with anatomically correct body and posture, seated on a vintage wooden floor, spotlit by a natural light beam from the nearby window.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
10. Where\u2019s the exit?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIs that a door? A window? Or a portal to Narnia?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
![\"corridor](\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/envato-labs-ai-d3a4df44-efc4-4890-96a2-a5fe8df23cac.jpg\")
Trapped in a glass box of emotion<\/a>?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The AI image fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
AI often struggles with perspective and proportion, resulting in physics-defying furniture, windows that look like doors, and buildings that loop into themselves. It\u2019s all very Inception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to fix the fail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- You need to be specific about the space and how perspective should be rendered (do I have to do everything): \u201cRoom with realistic 3D perspective, accurate lighting, modern design, consistent proportions.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Name specific architectural styles to build realism and serious style into your AI images: \u201cmid-century modern house in the style of Frank Lloyd-Wright\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cindustrial loft with skylights.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid \u201cinterior scene\u201d<\/strong> without any context. AI goes wild with ambiguity. Yup, there goes the flying cat again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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A clearer sense of perspective pulls this image<\/a> together, generated in ImageGen<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Clarify perspective in your prompts to help AI focus, like in this prompt example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Room with a door at the far end and windows either side of the room, with a strong sense of perspective. Purple and red neon colors light the room, which has a dark atmosphere.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Taking your AI images to the next level with ImageEdit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
So you’ve mastered the prompts, conquered those pesky extra fingers, and tamed the floating cats. But what if we told you there’s an even easier way to fix those AI fails \u2014 without having to regenerate your images over and over?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enter ImageEdit<\/a> with Nano Banana<\/a>. This is where things get seriously next-level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your AI image cleanup crew<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Remember all those fixes we just walked through? ImageEdit can handle most of them in seconds flat. Got a perfect portrait but the background’s gone rogue with floating castles? Use ImageEdit’s “Replace Background” feature and simply type what you want instead. Those stubborn extra fingers refusing to disappear? The “Erase” tool with Nano Banana’s intelligence understands context \u2014 it’ll remove the extras and naturally fill in what should be there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The beauty is, you don’t need to start from scratch. Take your AI-generated image, upload it to ImageEdit, and polish it to perfection with the help of Nano Banana. It’s like having a professional retoucher on speed dial, except it’s AI that actually gets what you’re trying to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
AI image fails: FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
AI isn’t perfect (who is?), but as long as you understand a little more about how prompting works, you can quickly learn how to get the most out of this fun, creative tool<\/a>.<\/span> Here are some common questions about AI fails, and helpful answers too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Why do AI image generators bring in totally random things not specified in my prompt?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A floating animal or disjointed body part has a real habit of spoiling your lovely AI image. The reason? AI image generators sometimes introduce random elements because they\u2019re trained on huge datasets and learn broad associations, rather than strict rules. As a result, an image generator might ‘hallucinate’ details they think fit the context, even if you didn’t request them. In other words, it’s trying to be helpful (bless), but sometimes misses the target. Being specific and using negative instructions (“Don’t include a floating head”<\/strong>) in your prompts can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Why do AI images look fake?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Some AI images don’t look fake at all<\/a> and require a really close look to identify their AI origin. But yes, many AI images do look artificial, and this is because the AI model guesses<\/em> what things should look like based on data patterns, not real-world understanding. AI can struggle with fine details like hands, text, reflections, or symmetry, which betray its artificial nature. While quality is fast-improving, small inconsistencies can break the illusion of realism. Incorporating words like “photorealistic”<\/strong> and “naturalistic”<\/strong> in prompts can dial down fake-looking features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. What can I do to improve the realism of my AI images?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If realism is your goal \u2014 and it can be desirable for things like human portraits \u2014 try using detailed prompts that specify lighting, setting, and camera angles, just as a photographer would try to achieve in real life. You can also adjust settings like resolution if available, and post-editing touches like filters can also work wonders to improve realism in imagery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. What can I use AI images for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
AI images can be used for a wide range of creative projects, from concept art to storyboarding, social media content to web banners. If you’re lacking in budget or time, AI imagery is handy for generating unique visuals without the need for a photographer or studio. Designers also use AI images for mood boards and inspiration, or even complete layouts for posters, websites, and social posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Are AI images ‘art’?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hmm, good question. The debate still rages on. In one sense, AI images can be considered ‘art’ because they involve creativity, intention, and visual expression, often guided by a human-imagined prompt. Some AI artists see it as a new form of digital art, one which blends human ideas with machine execution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The other side of the coin? Some creatives argue that AI images lack true originality or emotional depth, because AI doesn\u2019t create images with conscious intent. So, whether AI images are ‘art’ depends on how you personally define art and the role you believe humans play in the creative process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go forth and prompt like a pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With the right AI image generator to hand, the world of creative AI is your oyster. From creating compelling imagery for print to clickable content for social media, AI images are great for building an instant wow factor into your projects. Of course, AI failures do happen, but that’s all part of the fun! The key thing is that they are easily rectified with clear AI art prompts<\/a>. AI isn’t a mind-reader (though that might not be far off into the future), so you need to act as art director to benefit from the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go forth<\/a> and prompt like a pro. You’ve got this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And for even more AI tips, you won’t want to miss these 5 ways to use Envato\u2019s AI tools<\/a> in your creative work, from automatic voiceovers to video creation, as well as how AI impacts graphic design trends<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ready to start using AI-generated assets in your marketing projects? Craft emotive AI videos for YouTube with VideoGen<\/a>, beautiful soundtracks for creative content with MusicGen<\/a>, and use creative AI prompts<\/a> to get the best from your campaign imagery with ImageGen<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Name specific architectural styles to build realism and serious style into your AI images: \u201cmid-century modern house in the style of Frank Lloyd-Wright\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cindustrial loft with skylights.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mention breed-specific features, like: \u201cshort muzzle,\u201d \u201clong ears\u201d<\/strong> and \u201ccurly tail.\u201d<\/strong> It might not get the hint from simply stating \u201cXoloitzcuintli<\/a>\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Skip the surrealism: \u201cRealistic background, consistent with the foreground subject, no fantasy elements.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- For food, be specific about how it should be presented to avoid majestic salmon fillets floating downriver<\/a>: \u201cPhotorealistic plate of spaghetti with meatballs, fork on the side, white ceramic plate.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI might have less fashion sense than your dad, but that doesn\u2019t mean it can\u2019t use a glow-up. Use fashion terms like: \u201chigh-waisted\u201d, \u201cpleated skirt\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cbutton-down shirt\u201d<\/strong> to give it a style education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Specify a requirement for naturalism: \u201cLifelike eyes with natural gaze, facing forward.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- AI likes to float off into its imagination once in a while, so bring it back down to earth: \u201cNo extra limbs, no surrealism, accurate proportions.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fix the issue in post-editing by overlaying real text later in software like Photoshop. That way, you have more control over font style, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- And relaaaax. People don\u2019t smile like they\u2019ve won the lottery every day, so aim for softness in your prompt: \u201cSoft facial expression, gentle smile, relaxed mood.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If in doubt, conceal unwanted extras with prompts like: \u201cHands partially in pockets\u201d<\/strong> or \u201chands resting naturally by the side\u201d.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ross from Friends teeth<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
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