This easy prompt trick gave me better AI-generated images - no matter the model

['Struggling to get the perfect image from AI generators? A clever prompt trick might be just what you need. Lance Whitney, a ZDNET contributor, suggests enlisting the help of a chatbot to craft the ideal image-creating query.

The process is straightforward: provide the chatbot with basic details of what you want, and it will generate a full prompt for you to use with the corresponding image generator.', "Whitney tested this approach with Gemini and ChatGPT, using their respective image generators, Nano Banana and ChatGPT Images. He started with a simple request: 'I would like to create an image of a sunflower made of sheet metal in a pencil drawing style. Generate a prompt that I can use to request this image from [Nano Banana or ChatGPT Images].' The chatbot responses were impressive, providing detailed descriptions that would have been difficult to come up with on your own.", "For Nano Banana, Gemini suggested the following prompt: 'A pencil drawing of a metal sunflower.

The flower, its petals, the leaves, and the stem are composed of sculpted pieces of metal sheet. The texture of the metal is clear, with imperfections and visible welds. The drawing is detailed, with shading that creates depth and texture, emphasizing the three-dimensional nature of the sculpture.

The pencil lines are visible. The flower stands in a garden with other blurry plants in the background.' When used in Nano Banana, this prompt yielded a decent image of a metal-ish sunflower.", "ChatGPT, on the other hand, provided an even more detailed prompt for ChatGPT Images: 'A detailed pencil drawing of a sunflower constructed from sheet metal. The petals are shaped from thin, slightly curved metal plates with visible seams, rivets, and subtle bends.

The center of the sunflower is composed of layered metal textures resembling industrial components, yet arranged organically. The stem and leaves are also metallic, with etched vein details and light wear. Rendered in a realistic graphite pencil style with fine linework, cross-hatching, and soft shading.

High contrast between light and shadow, emphasizing texture and depth. Minimal background (white or lightly sketched), with the focus entirely on the metallic sunflower. Artistic, precise, and slightly surreal.' This prompt resulted in a very successful image.", "If the chatbot-generated prompt is too long, Whitney advises simply asking for a shorter option, which usually works.

This trick can help you get better results from AI image generators, regardless of the model you're using. Just remember to check your company's policy on AI-generated content if you're using this prompt for work, and be mindful of data exposure when using chatbots and other AI tools."]