Writing Great Prompts
The secret to creating amazing 3D models is writing great prompts. In this tutorial, you will learn the tips and tricks that will help you get exactly what you imagine!
Why Prompts Matter
Your prompt is like giving instructions to an artist. The clearer and more detailed your instructions, the closer the result will be to what you have in mind.
Did you know?
Think of your prompt as a recipe. The more specific ingredients you add, the more delicious (and accurate) the result!
The Basics of Good Prompts
Be Specific
Instead of vague descriptions, use specific details:
| Instead of this | Try this |
|---|---|
| A dog | A golden retriever puppy sitting happily |
| A car | A red sports car with chrome wheels |
| A house | A cozy cottage with a thatched roof |
Include Key Details
Great prompts often include:
- Subject - What is the main thing you want to create?
- Description - What does it look like? (colors, size, style)
- Pose or Action - What is it doing?
- Style - Is it realistic, cartoonish, or something else?
Tip
You do not need to include all these elements every time. Start with what is most important to you!
Examples: Good vs. Not-So-Good Prompts
Example 1: Animals
Not-so-good: "cat"
Better: "A fluffy orange tabby cat curled up sleeping"
Even better: "A fluffy orange tabby cat curled up sleeping on a soft pillow, cartoon style"
Example 2: Characters
Not-so-good: "robot"
Better: "A friendly helper robot with a round body"
Even better: "A friendly helper robot with a round silver body, glowing blue eyes, and small wheels for feet"
Example 3: Objects
Not-so-good: "sword"
Better: "A medieval knight's sword with a gold handle"
Even better: "A medieval knight's longsword with an ornate gold handle, ruby gems on the crossguard, and a shiny steel blade"
Great job!
Notice how each improvement adds more specific details? That is the key to great prompts!
Power Words to Use
Here are some helpful words to make your prompts even better:
Colors and Materials
- Metallic, wooden, glass, crystal
- Shiny, matte, glossy, glowing
- Bright, pastel, neon, dark
Sizes and Shapes
- Tiny, small, large, giant
- Round, square, pointy, curved
- Thin, thick, long, short
Styles
- Cartoon, realistic, stylized
- Cute, scary, elegant, rugged
- Modern, ancient, futuristic
Expressions and Poses
- Happy, angry, surprised, sleepy
- Standing, sitting, jumping, flying
- Waving, dancing, running, relaxing
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Warning
Avoid these common prompt mistakes to get better results!
- Too vague - "Something cool" will not give great results
- Too complex - Start simple and add details gradually
- Conflicting details - "A tiny giant elephant" is confusing
- Too many subjects - Focus on one main thing at a time
Practice Makes Perfect
The best way to learn is by experimenting! Try these exercises:
- Start simple - Create a basic object with just a few words
- Add one detail - Regenerate with one more specific detail
- Compare results - See how the extra detail changed things
- Keep experimenting - Try different styles and descriptions
Tip
Keep notes of prompts that worked well for you. You can reuse and modify them later!
Your Turn!
Now that you know the secrets of great prompts, try creating something new. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- "A magical wizard's staff with a glowing purple crystal on top"
- "A cute baby dragon with small wings sleeping on a rock"
- "A treasure chest overflowing with gold coins and gems"
Happy prompting!