# Ideogram > Prompting is the process of providing a description or instruction to an AI model to generate a specific output. In the context of Ideogram, you write a textual description of the image you want to cr ## Pages - [1- What is Prompting](1-what-is-prompting.md): Prompting is the process of providing a description or instruction to an AI model to generate a specific output. In t... - [2- Prompting Fundamentals](2-prompting-fundamentals.md): This section covers the key concepts that will help you write effective prompts for Ideogram. Whether you're aiming t... - [3- Prompt Structure](3-prompt-structure.md): A prompt structure is simply the way you organize your words when asking the AI to create an image. It helps the AI u... - [4- Handling Negatives](4-handling-negatives.md): Ideogram, like many text-to-image AIs, struggles with understanding negation. When you describe something in terms of... - [5- Common Pitfalls and Fixes](5-common-pitfalls-and-fixes.md): Even with a good understanding of prompting, it’s easy to make small mistakes that lead to strange or disappointing r... - [6- Prompt Iteration and Refinement](6-prompt-iteration-and-refinement.md): Even with a well-structured prompt, the first image you generate might not be exactly what you envisioned. That's per... - [7- Creative Tools in Ideogram](7-creative-tools-in-ideogram.md): Ideogram comes with several built‑in helpers that can *shift* or *amplify* whatever your prompt says. Think of them a... - [8- Troubleshooting](8-troubleshooting.md): Even with a well-structured prompt, the AI may not always interpret your intent exactly as expected. This section hig... - [9- Prompting References](9-prompting-references.md): - [Describing Skin Tones](/using-ideogram/prompting-guide/9-prompting-references/describing-skin-tones.md) - [Account Settings](account-settings.md): This section covers all the actions and pages related to your user account — profile access, subscription management,... - [Angle of View and Perspective](angle-of-view-and-perspective.md): In image generation, the angle from which a scene or subject is viewed can dramatically affect the composition, story... - [Aspect Ratio and Dimensions](aspect-ratio-and-dimensions.md): Aspect Ratio controls the proportions of your generated images. Depending on the Ideogram model version, you can choo... - [Available Models](available-models.md): When generating images with Ideogram, you can choose between different *model versions*. Each version offers distinct... - [Available Plans](available-plans.md): {% hint style="warning" %} - [Batch Generation](batch-generation.md): Create multiple images at once with Batch Generation. Upload a spreadsheet that contains your prompts and settings, t... - [Blog Posts](blog-posts.md) - [Canvas and Editing](canvas-and-editing.md): - [Canvas](/canvas-and-editing/canvas.md) - [Canvas Overview](canvas-overview.md): Ideogram **Canvas** is an infinite creative board designed for generating, editing, and organizing images. It’s the i... - [Canvas](canvas.md): - [Canvas Overview](/canvas-and-editing/canvas/canvas-overview.md) - [Character Reference](character-reference.md): Creating visually consistent characters across multiple images has long been a challenge in AI image generation—until... - [Color Palette](color-palette.md): Available to all users, the Color Palette setting lets you guide the overall color tone of your image generations. It... - [Community and Social](community-and-social.md): - [Creator Titles](/community-and-social/creator-titles.md) - [Company](company.md): Ideogram (pronounced "eye-diogram") is a new AI company on a mission to help people become more creative. The company... - [Creator Titles](creator-titles.md): Top users on Ideogram are awarded titles to recognize their work. Current titles include: - [Describe](describe.md): The Describe feature analyzes any image — uploaded[^1] or generated — and produces a detailed text description. Use i... - [Describing Age and Life Stage](describing-age-and-life-stage.md): When prompting for people, describing age clearly can shape the outcome just as much as physical features or clothing... - [Describing Body Type](describing-body-type.md): When prompting for people, body shape can be just as important as age, clothing, or lighting. This appendix provides ... - [Describing Skin Tones](describing-skin-tones.md): When prompting for people, the way you describe skin tone can have a big impact on how your image turns out. The list... - [Details Panel](details-panel.md): The Details panel appears on the right (desktops computers and large tablets) or bottom (devices such as smartphones)... - [Downloading Images](downloading-images.md): Once you have created one or more images, you might want to download them to your computer. There are different ways ... - [Editor](editor.md): With Ideogram’s Editor feature, you can modify an image as you see fit, including cropping, resizing, tweaking, and m... - [Extend](extend.md): Extend, also known as outpainting, lets you expand your image beyond its original edges. It can also modify existing ... - [External Links](external-links.md) - [Features and Tools](features-and-tools.md): - [Batch Generation](/using-ideogram/features-and-tools/batch-generation.md) - [Frequently Asked Questions](frequently-asked-questions.md): Sign up for a free account at [ideogram.ai](https://ideogram.ai/) and start generating images. Ideogram works directl... - [Generate & Remix](generate-and-remix.md): The **Generate** function in **Canvas** works just like it does in the standard website UI. You provide a detailed de... - [Generating Images](generating-images.md): Ideogram is a web application that allows you to browse and generate images from text. Within the user interface, you... - [Generation Settings](generation-settings.md): - [Aspect Ratio and Dimensions](/using-ideogram/generation-settings/aspect-ratio-and-dimensions.md) - [Getting Started](getting-started.md): - [Signup and Registration](/using-ideogram/getting-started/signup-and-registration.md): Experience the magic of turn... - [Home Page](home-page.md): The Home page is where you explore the creative world of Ideogram. It features a feed of recent and popular images fr... - [Ideogram API](ideogram-api.md): The Ideogram API offers powerful image generation and editing capabilities for developers and businesses looking to i... - [Image Gallery](image-gallery.md): The Image Gallery is the central section of the page where generated images are displayed, either from the community ... - [Image Upload](image-upload.md): Available to users on the Ideogram Plus plan and higher, the Image Upload feature allows you to upload your own image... - [Image View](image-view.md): 1. [Prompt Box](https://docs.ideogram.ai/using-ideogram/ui-overview/ui-components/prompt-box) – The main area to ente... - [Importance of Precision](importance-of-precision.md): Ideogram, particularly sensitive to how your prompt is constructed, the words you use, the semantics and punctuation.... - [In a Nutshell](in-a-nutshell.md): Want to quickly start prompting with Ideogram? Here are the basics you need to know. - [Magic Fill](magic-fill.md): Magic Fill, also known as inpainting, allows you to modify a part of an image while keeping the rest intact. - [Magic Prompt](magic-prompt.md): Magic Prompt helps you craft better prompts effortlessly. It uses Ideogram’s built-in language model to interpret, re... - [Memory Colors for Naming Color Nuances](memory-colors-for-naming-color-nuances.md): When describing colors in a prompt, using specific, visually grounded references is much more effective than generic ... - [More Menu (...)](more-menu.md): When associated with a single image, the More menu