How to Get a Job ID in Midjourney

Christian Heidorn from Tokenized AI presents a tutorial on how to obtain the job ID of an image in Midjourney, a tool for AI-generated images. He explains the importance of the job ID for revisiting and remastering old images using newer versions of Midjourney's algorithms. Two methods are demonstrated: one through Discord by requesting details from the Midjourney bot, and another using the Midjourney web app by locating the job ID through a context menu. Heidorn also clarifies that only the original owner can view the seed and continue working on a job, ensuring no unauthorized use of others' creations. The tutorial concludes with a demonstration of how to remaster an old image using the latest algorithms, resulting in unique variations.

Takeaways

• 🖼️ To continue working on an old image in Midjourney, you can use the job ID to retrieve and remaster the image with new algorithms.
• 🔍 The job ID can be obtained in two ways: through Discord by asking the Midjourney bot for details, or via the Midjourney web app.
• 📬 Using Discord, right-click the 'add reaction' button and select the standard envelope to request job details from the bot.
• 📱 The Midjourney bot will send the job details, including the job ID and seed (if you are the owner), via a direct message (DM).
• 💻 The Midjourney web app can be used to find the job ID by clicking the three-dot icon next to an image and selecting 'copy job ID'.
• 🚫 The web app can be buggy and may not always correctly categorize images under the same account.
• 🔗 The job ID can be used to retrieve the old job in Discord by entering 'show' followed by pasting the job ID.
• ⚙️ Remastering an image does not regenerate it with a specific version of the Midjourney algorithm but combines experimental algorithms to create variations.
• 🚷 Attempting to view or remaster another user's job without being the owner will be restricted by the Midjourney bot.
• 🔑 The seed for a job is only provided to the owner, preventing unauthorized replication of someone else's work.
• 🤝 The community aspect of Midjourney allows sharing, but there are limitations to protect ownership and original work.
• 📈 The process of obtaining and using the job ID is useful for artists and creators looking to remaster their old images with updated algorithms.

Q & A

What is the purpose of getting a Job ID in Midjourney?

The purpose of getting a Job ID in Midjourney is to retrieve and continue working on an old image that you created previously. It allows you to remaster the image using new or experimental algorithms.

Who is the speaker in the transcript?

The speaker in the transcript is Christian Heidorn from Tokenized AI.

How can you get a Job ID through Discord?

You can get a Job ID through Discord by right-clicking on the 'add reaction' button, selecting the standard envelope, which prompts the Mid Journey bot to send you the job details, including the Job ID, in a direct message.

What is the second method to obtain a Job ID mentioned in the transcript?

The second method to obtain a Job ID is by using the Midjourney web app. You can find the Job ID by locating the three-dot icon next to an image in your profile and selecting 'copy job ID' from the context menu.

Why does the speaker mention that the Midjourney web app is buggy?

The speaker mentions that the Midjourney web app is buggy because it has issues categorizing or attaching images to different accounts, which can lead to confusion when trying to locate specific images.

What happens when you try to retrieve a job using a Job ID that is not your own?

If you try to retrieve a job using a Job ID that is not your own, the Mid Journey bot on Discord will inform you that you are not the owner of the job and you will not be able to load it into your chat history to continue working on it.

What does the speaker mean by 'remastering' an image?

Remastering an image in the context of Midjourney means to process the old image using a combination of experimental algorithms, such as test and creative, to produce new variations of the image.

Why does the Mid Journey bot not provide the seed when you ask for job details?

The Mid Journey bot does not provide the seed when you ask for job details because it prevents users from being able to completely replicate what someone else has done, ensuring that there is no unauthorized copying of another user's work.

What are some of the actions you can perform on an old job once you have the Job ID?

Once you have the Job ID, you can upscale the image to the max, apply light up skill, redo beta upscale, and redo the image using different versions of the Midjourney algorithm.

How does the speaker suggest you can enhance your understanding of the Midjourney process?

The speaker suggests that you can enhance your understanding of the Midjourney process by watching the video, giving it a thumbs up if you find it valuable, and subscribing to the channel for future updates.

What is the main takeaway from the video for users who have been creating numerous images in the official Midjourney Discord server?

The main takeaway for users creating numerous images in the official Midjourney Discord server is the ability to use the Job ID to retrieve and remaster old images, allowing them to experiment with new algorithms and create different variations of their previous work.

Outlines

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🖼️ Retrieving and Remastering Images with Job ID in Mid-Journey

In this tutorial, Christian Heidorn from Tokenized AI explains how to obtain the job ID of an image created with Mid-Journey's algorithm and use it to remaster old images with newer versions of the algorithm. He demonstrates two methods for obtaining a job ID: one through Discord by using the 'add reaction' feature to request details from the Mid-Journey bot, and another through the Mid-Journey web app by locating the three-dot icon next to an image and copying the job ID. Heidorn also clarifies that only the owner of the job can retrieve the seed and remaster the image, ensuring no unauthorized use of others' work.

05:02

🚫 Limitations on Using Job IDs from Other Users' Images

Christian Heidorn discusses the limitations when it comes to using job IDs of images that one did not originally create. He mentions that while one can view and copy the job ID from the Community Feed, attempting to retrieve or remaster that job in Discord will result in a message from the Mid-Journey bot indicating that the user is not the owner and thus cannot load the job into their chat history. This prevents unauthorized use or replication of another user's work, maintaining the integrity of the creative process within the community.

Keywords

Job ID

A Job ID is a unique identifier assigned to a specific task or process in a system. In the context of the video, it refers to the unique identifier for an image processing task done by the Midjourney algorithm. It is crucial for users to retrieve and remaster old images using the same or different versions of the algorithm.

Midjourney

Midjourney is a term used in the video to refer to a specific AI software that deals with image processing. It is the platform where the tutorial takes place, and it uses algorithms to create or remaster images. The video discusses how to navigate and utilize features within Midjourney.

Remaster

To remaster in the context of the video means to take an old image that was processed by an earlier version of the Midjourney algorithm and enhance or modify it using a newer or experimental version of the algorithm. This allows users to see how advancements in the software can affect the quality or style of their old images.

Discord

Discord is a communication platform mentioned in the video where the Midjourney bot operates. It is used for interacting with the AI software, receiving job details, and is part of the process to obtain a Job ID. The video demonstrates how to use Discord to communicate with the Midjourney bot and retrieve job information.

Algorithm

An algorithm in this context refers to the set of rules or processes that the Midjourney AI software follows to create or remaster images. The video discusses different versions of these algorithms and their potential effects on image processing.

Upscale

Upscaling an image in the video means to increase its resolution while maintaining or enhancing its quality. It is one of the actions that can be performed on an image using the Midjourney software after obtaining its Job ID.

DM (Direct Message)

A direct message (DM) is a private communication method within Discord. In the video, it is used to receive detailed information about a job, including the Job ID, when a user interacts with the Midjourney bot by using a specific command.

Web App

The Midjourney web app is an online interface for interacting with the Midjourney AI software. The video mentions it as an alternative method to obtain a Job ID, where users can view their images, find the Job ID, and copy it for further use.

Community Feed

The Community Feed, as mentioned in the video, is a feature within the Midjourney platform where users can view and share their image processing tasks. It is also a place where one can find Job IDs but with limitations regarding the usage of those IDs for tasks like remasting.

Ownership

Ownership in the context of the video refers to the rights and permissions associated with a specific job or image in the Midjourney system. Only the owner of a job can retrieve certain details like the seed, and non-owners are restricted from performing certain actions on others' jobs.

Experimental Algorithms

These are new or test versions of the Midjourney image processing algorithms that users can choose to apply to their old images for remasting. The video explains that using these algorithms can yield different variations of an image, showcasing the software's evolving capabilities.

Highlights

Christian Heidorn from Tokenized AI explains how to get the job ID of an image in Midjourney.

Using the job ID, you can retrieve and remaster old images with new experimental algorithms.

The job ID can be obtained through Discord by right-clicking and selecting the standard envelope.

The Midjourney bot sends the job details, including the job ID, in a direct message to the user.

Only the owner of the original job can view the seed through this method.

The Midjourney web app is another way to obtain the job ID, especially useful for managing numerous images.

The web app can sometimes be buggy and may not categorize images consistently.

To copy the job ID from the web app, find the three-dot icon next to the image and select 'Copy job ID'.

The copied job ID can be used in Discord to retrieve the old job and perform various actions like remastering.

Remastered images are a combination of the experimental algorithms Test and Creative, yielding two variations.

Attempting to load someone else's job without ownership results in an error message from the Midjourney bot.

The Midjourney bot does not provide the seed for jobs not owned by the user to prevent replication of others' work.

Christian Heidorn emphasizes the limitations and ethical considerations when using the community aspect of Midjourney.

The tutorial demonstrates the practical applications of job IDs in continuing work on old images.

The video provides a step-by-step guide on how to interact with the Midjourney bot for job retrieval.

Christian Heidorn encourages viewers to like and subscribe for more informative content on AI software.

The video concludes with a reminder of the importance of respecting the ownership and sharing limitations within the Midjourney community.