🎨 10 MidJourney Tips for Perfect Text in Images

Introduction: Text in AI Images

V6 is really good at putting the exact words you want into pictures. The trick is to tell Midjourney clearly how these words fit into the whole picture.

I'll give you 10 simple tips to help Midjourney create text in your images that's easy to read and looks right.

10 Simple MidJourney Tips for Perfect Text in Images

1. Enclose Text in Quotes

Always place the text you want to generate, within quotation marks. This helps Midjourney understand that the enclosed text is what you want to appear in the image.

A vintage-style travel poster showing a beautiful beach at sunset, with the words “Paradise Awaits” in elegant script font at the top. The poster features palm trees, a serene ocean, and a setting sun in the background --v 6.0

2. Use the Raw Parameter for Clarity

If you need the text to be more prominent and clear, use the --style raw parameter. This instructs Midjourney to focus more on your prompt. Note, however, that the images might be less artistic.

A modern coffee shop advertisement featuring the phrase “Fresh Brew Daily” in bold, contemporary font, set against a background of steaming coffee cups and coffee beans. The ad should evoke a warm, inviting atmosphere, showcasing a bustling coffee shop scene in the morning --v 6.0 --style raw

3. Use Lower Stylize Values [ --stylize]

If you reduce the --stylize number, the text becomes bigger and clearer. However, increasing it makes the text look nicer but smaller. If the number is too big, the text might not show at all.

A vibrant poster for a summer music festival, showcasing the phrase “Feel the Beat” in lively, dynamic lettering. The background should include a colorful sunset, a crowd of people dancing, and musical instruments like guitars and drums. The aim is to capture the energetic and joyful spirit of the festival --style raw --v 6.0 --stylize 300

Left Image: --stylize 300 (for a more decorative, but potentially smaller text)
Right Image: --stylize 50 (for larger and clearer text, with less artistic flair)

4. Specify Font Styles

Use specific words such as 'cursive' or 'heavy' to describe the kind of font you want for your text.

A poster promoting an eco-friendly campaign, featuring the slogan "Save Our Planet" in bold, green, block letters. The poster should display a beautiful landscape with mountains, rivers, and forests, symbolizing the environment we aim to protect --v 6 --style raw

Left Image: The text "Save Our Planet" in bold, green block letters.
Right Image: The text "Save Our Planet" in green, italicized script font.

5. Utilize Strong Variations

If the text isn't right at first but you like the picture, try changing it a bit. You might get the right text after a few tries.

A poster for a new refreshing lemonade, displaying the slogan “Pure Refreshment” in a lively, summer font. The poster should feature a sparkling glass of lemonade with ice, surrounded by fresh lemons and mint leaves in a sunny outdoor setting --v 6 --style raw

Left Image: Initial image with the text “Pure Refreshment.”
Right Image: After applying several strong variations to refine the text.

Try again: V6 is good at making text but might spell things wrong. If you try a few more times, you might get a better spelling.

6. Upscale Images for Better Text Clarity

If the text isn't clear at first, make the picture bigger. Use the Subtle or Creative option to get a clearer text.

A book cover design for a mystery novel titled “Shadow Secrets.” The cover should feature a dimly lit alleyway with a shadowy figure at the end. The title "Shadow Secrets" should appear at the top in a mysterious, elegant font --v 6

7. Focus on Text in Your Prompt

V6 is easy to use without special instructions. To get started, try this simple structure for your prompts:

Text “ Your Text” is [ written ] [ details — optional] on [ Object/things/medium ]

For example, you can say things like "the words are printed on," "shown on," "written on," or "part of" different items. You can put text on many things, like a speech bubble, sticky note, book cover, poster, sign, t-shirt, mug, big advertisement board, newspaper, magazine, card, envelope, car plate, calendar, ticket, product box, or business card.

If you want just the text or letters by themselves, say it's a "typography design." You can also say to put the words alone on a plain white background.

Text Incorporation Structure Example:

Text: "Adventure Awaits"
Written Method: Printed
Details/Description: In vintage script
Object: On a travel suitcase
Prompt:

The text “Adventure Awaits” printed in vintage script on an old leather travel suitcase. The suitcase should be set against a backdrop of maps and travel gear, evoking a sense of exploration and journey --v 6 --style raw

8. Pushing the text to the background

In the Midjourney template, usually the text is really important. It's like saying, 'make a photo of these words'. But what if we change it up? This time, we'll still use text, but it won't be the main thing. It's more in the background. So, we'll see how it turns out!

A fantasy scene of a wizard casting a spell in a mystical forest clearing. In the background, almost obscured by trees, is the text 'Magic Lives Here' written in a mystical flowing script --v 6

9. Shifting the focus to words

What if we replace 'text' with 'words' and just concentrate on the letters, leaving out the landscapes?

An image of the words "Follow Your Heart" shaped by the patterns of fireflies in a dark forest --v 6.0

3 out of 4 images got the text correctly, although it wasn’t exactly shaped by the patterns of fireflies.

10. Text Placement Matters

Be specific about where you want the text to appear. For instance, you can say “text written at the bottom” or “text on the left side” to guide the placement in the generated image.

A scenic view of a lake surrounded by tall pine trees and mountains in the distance. In a calligraphy style, the words 'Lake Serenity' are written in large letters across the bottom of the image --v 6 --style raw

Conclusion

In conclusion, when using Midjourney V6 to create images with text, remember these tips: Always enclose your text in quotes, experiment with different styles and settings for clearer text, and be specific about the font and its placement. If the text doesn't look right the first time, don't give up, try a few variations. Upscaling can make text clearer, and you can get creative with where and how the text shows up in your image. Whether the text is the main focus or just a small part, how you ask for it can make a big difference in the final picture.

If you are interested in other topics and how AI is transforming different aspects of our lives, or even in making money using AI with more detailed, step-by-step guidance, you can find our other articles here:

• Top 12 Free AI Resources for ChatGPT & Midjourney AI Prompting

• How to Make Kids' Musical Videos with AI and Make Money From It*

• Chill LoFi Beats: Use AI to Create Your Own Music Channel*

• Guide to Edit DALL-E 3 Images with New Editor Tool*

• ChatGPT's New Memory Feature: A Detailed Tutorial