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ChatGPT's image generation capabilities have proven to be unimaginably powerful, but even with its advanced features, errors can still occur, leading to absurd image generation. To achieve the best output, users must provide the AI chatbot with precise commands, refining the image until it meets their satisfaction. ChatGPT has undergone significant advancements over the years, and OpenAI's sophisticated AI chatbot is now capable of performing a wide range of tasks when provided with precise prompts. One of its most notable features is AI image generation, which has garnered considerable attention. Leveraging the GPT-4 model, this chatbot enables users to transform visuals with unprecedented ease, achieving effects such as cinematic lighting, stylized backgrounds, and precise image tweaks. However, mastering this process requires a certain level of skill, as ambiguous prompts or overlooked details can lead to unexpected results. For instance, the AI chatbot may misinterpret numerical values as fingers or generate backgrounds that are incongruous with the picture. When editing a picture on ChatGPT, users often command the AI with vague prompts, such as "Make the background better" or "Make the objects look better." These commands generate unrealistic images. To achieve a satisfactory result, users must be more specific when giving commands to the AI. For example, providing a prompt like "Add a soft golden-pink sunset behind the subject for a cinematic look" will generate an image with clear visuals and a satisfying aesthetic. Another common mistake is neglecting to specify the desired image resolution. When using GPT-4 for image editing, ensure that you specify the desired image resolution. For example, YouTube thumbnail images require a 1200×628 resolution, and Instagram posts typically use a 1080×1080 resolution. Without a clear command, ChatGPT will generate images that are blurry and poorly scaled. Visuals make images pleasing, so when editing a photo on ChatGPT, don't just describe the objects, but provide the AI chatbot with specific visual clues. For example, one can provide prompts such as "photorealistic" or "3D-style" or mention specific color tones to help ChatGPT understand the preferred style. These cues may seem unimportant, but they significantly enhance the depth and realism of the generated image. Users should also understand that ChatGPT does not generate snaps of celebrities, brand logos, or copyrighted material directly. Commanding it for a specific movie scene or brand logo will never give the desired result. Instead, ask for an inspired look, allowing the AI chatbot to create something similar to what the user is looking for. Another mistake users make is stopping at the first image result. Don't do that. After the first result, use follow-up prompts, trying to describe specifics to achieve refined facial expressions, cinematic backgrounds, or fixed lighting, which will make the picture more realistic. Even when providing precise commands, ChatGPT generates images with unusual glitches, such as extra fingers, distorted text, floating objects, or inconsistent lighting. These are bothersome, but they are sometimes unavoidable, as they are the consequences of AI hallucinations. By avoiding these common mistakes, users can refine their image editing skills and achieve the best results from ChatGPT's powerful image generation capabilities.