How to Use AI Image Prompts: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide

AI image prompts help you tell an AI image generator exactly what you want to create. You do not need to be an expert. Copy a prompt, add your own reference image if required, and adjust the details you want to change.

WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE STARTING

  • An AI image generator, such as Nano Banana or ChatGPT.
  • A prompt from Go Viral Prompts.
  • A clear reference photo, only when the prompt asks for @image1.

STEP 1: CHOOSE A PROMPT

Open an image prompt on Go Viral Prompts and choose a result you would like to create. Read the short description first so you know what the prompt is designed to make.

STEP 2: COPY THE FULL PROMPT

Use the Copy Prompt button on the prompt page. Always copy the complete prompt, not only one line. The details about lighting, camera, styling and background help create the final look.

STEP 3: UPLOAD A REFERENCE IMAGE WHEN NEEDED

If a prompt says @image1, upload your own photo in the image generator before you paste the prompt.

For portrait prompts, use a clear front-facing photo with good light. The photo should show the face clearly. Use only photos you own or have permission to use.

STEP 4: PASTE THE PROMPT

Paste the full prompt into your AI image generator. Make sure the generator can see the uploaded reference image. Then start the generation.

STEP 5: CHANGE ONLY A FEW DETAILS

You can personalise a prompt by changing simple details, such as:

  • Clothing: change “evening outfit” to “traditional saree” or “black suit”.
  • Background: change “black studio background” to “sunset beach”.
  • Lighting: change “golden rim light” to “soft daylight”.
  • Aspect ratio: choose portrait 4:5 for Instagram posts or 16:9 for YouTube thumbnails and website banners.

Keep the rest of the prompt unchanged for your first attempt. Make one small change at a time so you can understand what affects the result.

STEP 6: GENERATE AGAIN IF NEEDED

AI results are not always perfect on the first attempt. If the face or hands look wrong, generate again. If the result is close, change one instruction and try again.

HELPFUL TIPS

  • Start with a high-quality reference image.
  • Keep your first attempt simple.
  • Do not expect an exact copy every time.
  • Save the prompt that gives you your best result.
  • Respect privacy, copyright and the rules of the AI tool you are using.

TRY A PROMPT FROM GO VIRAL PROMPTS

Start with one of our portrait, product photography or photo restoration prompts. Copy it, follow the steps above, and make it your own.