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# Copy the style of an image

> Transform any visual into your AI Avatar setup (clothes, background, etc.)

Copy Style from Image lets you recreate any visual style from any image, screenshot, or reference while keeping your avatar's face and identity intact.

The AI extracts visual elements (background, clothing, lighting, composition) from your reference image and applies them to your chosen avatar, preserving facial identity while transforming everything else.

## How It Works

Select your avatar, provide a style reference, and the AI analyzes the background, clothing, lighting, and composition. Your avatar is then placed into this reconstructed scene, maintaining facial consistency while adopting all visual characteristics from your reference.

### Step-by-Step

**Step 1:** Select the avatar you want to use, your own or any from Argil's public library.

**Step 2:** Choose your style reference by uploading any image or browsing the 100+ pre-made setups in Argil's style library.

### Accepted References

Movie screenshots, social media content, professional photography, artwork, stock photos, personal photos. Any image, any format, any source.

### Tips for Best Results

Use high-quality, well-lit images with distinct visual elements. Horizontal images with centered subjects work best for video format.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is Copy Style from Image in Argil?

Copy Style from Image is an Argil feature that transfers the visual style of any reference image onto your AI avatar. The avatar keeps its facial identity while adopting the background, clothing, lighting, and overall aesthetic from your chosen reference image.

### Can I use any image as a style reference?

Yes, Copy Style accepts any image regardless of source, format, or genre. You can use movie screenshots, social media posts, professional photos, artwork, stock images, or personal photographs. Alternatively, you can choose from over 100 pre-made setups directly in Argil.

### Does Copy Style change my avatar's face?

No, your avatar's face and identity remain completely preserved. Only the surrounding elements—background, clothing, lighting, and scene composition—are transformed to match your reference image.

### What image formats are supported?

Argil supports all common image formats including JPG, PNG, WebP, and GIF (first frame). Screenshots from any device or application are also accepted.

### Can I use Copy Style with public avatars?

Absolutely. You can apply style references to any avatar you have access to, including your personal avatars and any avatar from Argil's public library.

### How long does style generation take?

Style transfer typically completes within seconds, depending on the complexity of the reference image and current server load.

### What makes a good reference image?

The best reference images have clear visual elements, good lighting, and distinct backgrounds or clothing. Higher resolution images generally produce better results, though the AI can work with most quality levels.