ENGINEER Your Midjourney Prompts with SEEDS

Summary

This video explains how to test the impact of different words and phrases in a Midjourney prompt using seed numbers. It demonstrates isolating variables by changing one word at a time while keeping the seed number constant to see the effect. The video also shows how to use permutations to quickly test batches of similar words. Overall, it provides tips on prompt engineering to understand what matters most to Midjourney when generating images.

Takeaways

• Use the same seed number when testing different words in a prompt
• Isolate variables by changing just one word and keeping everything else the same
• Seeds give similar shapes between prompts, not identical images
• Testing excitement vs disappointment showed clear emotional differences
• Artist names may not always be needed in prompts
• Seeds don't guarantee consistency across prompts
• Seeds are specific to Midjourney versions
• Reply vs react give different interfaces in Discord
• Make sure to use the plain envelope emoji
• Use permutations to quickly test batches of similar words

Q & A

How can you test which words matter most in a Midjourney prompt?

Use seed numbers to isolate variables. Change one word at a time while keeping the seed number the same to see the effect on the generated image.

What do seed numbers ensure when testing prompts?

Seed numbers ensure you get a similar overall shape or composition between images, allowing for a controlled test.

Why test excitement vs disappointment?

Testing emotional words like excitement vs disappointment clearly shows Midjourney's interpretation of emotions through the facial expressions and body language in generated images.

Do you always need to include an artist's name in a prompt?

No, testing shows including specific artists in prompts does not always change the output, so their names may not be needed.

Can the same seed number guarantee identical images across prompts?

No, seeds do not guarantee consistency across different prompts, only rough similarity in composition.

Do seeds work across Midjourney versions?

No, seeds are specific to their Midjourney version and will not generate the same images if the version changes.

How can you find the seed number for an existing image?

React to the image using the plain envelope emoji in Discord (not reply) and Midjourney's bot will message you the seed number.

What are permutations useful for?

Permutations allow quickly testing batches of similar words to see if different phrasing substantially changes the meanings for Midjourney.

What should you check if having issues with seeds?

Make sure to allow DMs from strangers, react to images instead of replying, and use the plain envelope emoji.

How can seeds help in prompt engineering?

Seeds allow methodically testing which words have an impact by isolating variables, helping construct more effective prompts.