Leonardo AI's Universal Upscaler: How-To Guide
TLDRThe video introduces a new feature called Universal Upscale in Leonardo, which allows users to upscale any image, regardless of its source. Currently in Alpha mode, this tool offers various settings like upscale style, creativity strength, and an upscale multiplier to control the upscaling process. The feature is being gradually rolled out, and users can view the original and upscaled images side by side for comparison. The video also explores how different settings affect the final image, highlighting the importance of the creativity strength slider and the potential for future enhancements.
Takeaways
- 🎨 Introduction of Universal Upscaler: Leonardo has introduced a new feature called Universal Upscaler, which allows users to upscale any image, regardless of its source.
- 🚀 Alpha Mode: The Universal Upscaler is currently in Alpha mode, indicating that it is still in the early stages of development and may have bugs or instability issues.
- 📅 Phased Rollout: The feature is being gradually released to Leonardo users, who may not see it immediately but should check back in a few days.
- 🔍 Interface Location: Users can find the new Universal Upscaler feature on the left side of the interface and activate it by simply clicking on it.
- 🖼️ Image Upload: The feature supports uploading an image from either the generation history or a user's computer or phone.
- 🛠️ Upscaler Controls: The feature includes various controls such as style, creativity strength, upscale multiplier, and the option to use a prompt to guide the AI during upscaling.
- 📊 Target Size and Prompt: The target size for upscaling is displayed and users can steer the AI using the prompt, though it is optional.
- 💰 Token Usage: The number of tokens used during the upscaling process depends on the size of the input and output images.
- ⏱️ Quick Process: The upscaling process is quick, taking only a few seconds to complete.
- 🖥️ Result Display: After upscaling, a large screen displays the original and upscaled images side by side with a divider that acts as a slider for easy comparison.
- 🎭 Viewing Options: Users have several viewing options for the upscaled images, including a shared screen with a slider, a full display of the upscaled image, or side-by-side comparison of the original and upscaled images.
- 🔄 Style Impact: The style setting introduces subtle aesthetic changes to the image, especially when the creativity strength is kept at a moderate level.
- 📈 Creativity Strength: Adjusting the creativity strength can significantly alter the upscaled image, with higher settings leading to more noticeable changes and lower settings keeping the upscaled image closer to the original.
- 🗑️ Deletion and Download: Users have the option to delete or download the upscaled images, but note that deletion is permanent and the images won't be added to the personal feed.
- 🎥 Motion Feature: The upscaled images can be transformed into a 4C movie through the 'send to motion' option, animating the upscaled image.
Q & A
What is the new feature introduced by Leonardo called?
-The new feature introduced by Leonardo is called Universal Upscaler.
What types of images can be upscaled with the Universal Upscaler?
-The Universal Upscaler can upscale any image, whether generated with Leonardo or uploaded from your computer or phone.
What does the Alpha mode indicate for the Universal Upscaler?
-Alpha mode indicates that the Universal Upscaler is still in the early stages of software development, and it may not have all its features, and there could be bugs and instability.
How can users access the new Universal Upscaler feature?
-Users can find the new Universal Upscaler feature on the left side of the interface. They simply need to click on it to use it.
What is the role of the 'upscaler style' in the upscaling process?
-The upscaler style affects how the image looks when it's enlarged. It introduces subtle differences without making big changes to the original image.
How does the 'creativity strength' setting influence the upscaling process?
-The creativity strength determines the level of creative input the AI uses when enlarging the image. Lower settings result in the upscaled image closely resembling the original, while higher settings lead to more significant alterations introduced by the AI.
What is the purpose of the 'upscale multiplier' in the Universal Upscaler?
-The upscale multiplier determines the degree to which the image's dimensions will expand. Leonardo scales the image proportionally based on the dimensions of the original image.
What are the different viewing options available for the upscaled images?
-The viewing options include a shared screen with a slider enabled, an option to display only the upscaled image in full, and an option to show both the original and upscaled images side by side.
How does the 'prompt' setting affect the upscaling process?
-The prompt setting is entirely optional and can slightly influence the upscaling process by including words like 'highly detailed' or 'smooth skin'. However, there's no guarantee the upscaled image will reflect these additions.
What happens to the upscaled images after the process is completed?
-The upscaled images won't be added to your personal feed. Instead, they'll remain on the screen, and you'll be able to access them later in The Gallery.
How can users manage their upscaled images?
-Users can view the upscale details to see the settings used, delete the upscaled image if they no longer want it (note that this deletion is permanent), download the upscaled image to their local computer, or send it to motion to create an animated 4K movie.
Outlines
🖼️ Introduction to Universal Upcaler
The video script introduces a new feature called Universal Upcaler in Leonardo's software. This feature allows users to upscale any image, regardless of its source, whether generated within Leonardo or uploaded from a device. Currently in Alpha mode, the feature may still be undergoing development and might have some bugs or instability. Users who haven't seen it yet are advised to check back in a few days. The feature can be accessed on the left side of the interface, and the process involves uploading an image and using various controls to upscale it.
🔧 Understanding Upscaling Controls and Options
The video script provides an in-depth look at the controls available in the Universal Upcaler. The 'upscaler style' introduces subtle differences in the appearance of the enlarged image, while 'creativity strength' determines the level of AI's creative input in the upscaling process. The 'upscale multiplier' sets the degree of expansion for the image's dimensions, and the 'target size' can be steered using the prompt. The default settings are examined, and the number of tokens used during the upscaling process is noted to vary based on the size of the input and output images. The video also describes the viewing options available after upscaling, including a slider view that allows for a side-by-side comparison of the original and upscaled images.
🎨 Impact of Creativity Strength and Styles
The video script discusses the impact of adjusting the 'creativity strength' on the upscaling process. It is observed that increasing the creativity strength can introduce more significant alterations to the image, potentially making the subject appear older or changing the eye color. The 'styles' are explored, with the video noting that they introduce subtle aesthetic changes to the image, particularly when the creativity strength is moderate. The video provides examples of different styles and their effects, emphasizing that the chosen style should complement the image's original style for the best results.
📸 Viewing and Managing Upscaled Images
The video script concludes by discussing the viewing options and management of upscaled images. The viewer can choose between a shared screen with a slider, a full display of the upscaled image, or a side-by-side comparison of the original and upscaled images. It is noted that the upscaled images will not be added to the user's personal feed but can be accessed later in The Gallery. Options to delete or download the upscaled image are available, as well as the ability to transform it into a 4K movie through the 'motion' feature. The video presenter expresses appreciation for the Universal Upcaler feature and its user-friendly interface, and looks forward to potential future improvements and the introduction of more styles.
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Keywords
💡Universal Upscaler
💡Alpha Mode
💡Upscaling
💡Creativity Strength
💡Upscale Multiplier
💡Tokens
💡Slider
💡Viewing Options
💡Styles
💡The Prompt
💡Gallery
Highlights
Leonardo introduces Universal Upscale feature, expanding beyond just image generation history.
This feature is in Alpha mode, indicating it's in the early stages of software development with potential for further enhancements and bug fixes.
Users can upscale any image, whether generated with Leonardo or uploaded from a personal device.
The Universal Upscale feature is being gradually rolled out to users who may need to check back in a few days if they haven't seen it yet.
The feature is accessible on the left side of the interface for ease of use.
The Upscale style introduces subtle differences to the image's appearance after enlargement without making significant changes.
Creativity strength adjusts the level of AI's creative input when enlarging the image, with lower settings producing an image closer to the original.
The Upscale multiplier determines the proportional expansion of the image's dimensions based on the original dimensions.
The target size is displayed under the Upscale Dimensions, and users can use the prompt to guide the AI during the upscaling process.
The upscaling process uses a variable number of tokens depending on the size of the input and output images.
After upscaling, a large screen with a divider allows users to compare the original and upscaled images side by side.
The slider on the large screen serves as a tool to reveal the complete upscaled image or display the original image.
Users can appreciate the improved quality and detail in the upscaled image, such as individual strands of hair, more detailed eyes, and subtle facial features.
Adjustments to the creativity strength can correct issues like altered eye color post-upscaling.
Different viewing options are available, including a shared screen with a slider, full display of the upscaled image, or side-by-side comparison of the original and upscaled images.
Experimentation with the creativity strength reveals that extreme settings can have negative effects on the image quality.
Styles introduce subtle aesthetic changes to the image, particularly when the creativity strength is kept at a moderate level.
The choice of style should complement the image's style, with different styles showing varying effects on different types of images.
The Prompt is optional and can slightly influence the upscaling process, but its impact is not guaranteed.
Upscaler images won't be added to the personal feed but can be accessed later in The Gallery.
Users have options to delete, download, or send the upscaled image to motion for animation.
The Universal Upscale feature is user-friendly and effectively upscales images, with anticipation for future improvements and additional styles.