On the Firefly homepage, select Generate in the left panel and then Generate image.
Last updated on
Oct 28, 2025
Create visually captivating content by generating images from simple text descriptions.
Try it in the app
Create images from a text description in a few simple steps.
Under the General settings section, use the Model dropdown menu to select from Adobe and partner models.
In addition to the following Adobe models, you can also select partner models to generate image variations.
- Firefly Image 3
- Firefly Image 4
- Firefly Image 4 Ultra
- Firefly Image 5 (preview)
Note
The image generation settings will vary depending on the model that you select.
Use the Aspect ratio option to define the dimensions of the image variations you generate.
Select the Content type from Art, Photo, or set Firefly to auto-choose the content type based on the prompt.
Use the Visual intensity slider to set the intensity of the image's visual attributes.
You can use the Composition section to define a structure or composition by uploading an image and making sure that the generated image variation aligns with it. Adjust the Strength slider to specify the outline intensity and depth adherence in the generated variations.
Use the Styles section if you want to guide the image generation to match the visual style and aesthetic of the reference image. Use the Strength slider to control the adherence to the reference image.
If you need a specific style for your image, you can choose from the available effects and optionally specify the Color and tone, Lighting, and Camera angle.
In the Prompt field, enter a detailed description of the image you wish to create.
Tip
- To write effective text prompts, stick to simple and direct language and use at least three words.
- Use the Prompt features option next to the Generate button to enable:
- Prompt suggestions: Let Firefly suggest prompts as you type your text description.
- Prompt enhancement: Let Firefly automatically improve your prompts (Available for Firefly Image 4 and Firefly Image 4 Ultra models).
Select Generate to generate a set of image variations.
The number of images generated is based on the Model selected.
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Image model |
Number of images generated |
|---|---|
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Firefly Image 3 |
Four image variations are generated, and if you have used the Fast mode, you can upscale the image before the download. |
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Firefly Image 4 |
Four image variations are generated. |
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Firefly Image 4 Ultra |
A single image is generated. |
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Firefly Image 5 |
A single image is generated. |
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Flux 1.1 Pro, Flux 1.1 Ultra, Flux 1.1 Ultra (Raw), Flux Kontext Max, Flux Kontext Pro |
A single image is generated. |
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Gemini 2.5 (Nano Banana) |
A single image is generated. |
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GPT Image |
A single image is generated. |
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Imagen 3, Imagen 4 |
A single image is generated. |
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Runway Gen-4 Image |
A single image is generated. |
View the generated variations in the grid view by selecting the icon. You can view all the image generations, along with indications for all upscaled images, in the History strip.
Select the icon to view the generated variations as a list to download all of them at once or perform the following actions:
- Use settings: Use the settings of the generated images to generate another set of images. This will not include the text prompt.
- Generate more: Use the settings and text prompt to create another set of image variations.
You can view all the generated images by selecting the History icon or View all option above the prompt bar. It will redirect you to the Generation history tab on the Files page.
Hovering over an image from the generated variations shows several editing, sharing, and download options.
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Option |
Action |
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Edit image |
Open the image in Firefly image editor, where you can use the Prompt to Edit feature to modify the image using text-based prompts. |
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Generative Fill |
Open the image directly in the Generative Fill editor to add or remove visual elements or expand it. |
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Generate similar |
Rerun the prompt used with the adjusted settings to generate image variations. |
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Use as composition reference |
Use the image as a composition reference to generate another set of image variations. |
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Use as style reference |
Use the image as a style reference to generate another set of image variations. |
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Download |
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Save to Favorites |
Save the generated image as a favorite and access it anytime from the Favorites tab on the Files page.
Note
Starting August 27, 2025, browser-saved favorites will be available for 30 more days. After that, they will be permanently deleted, and this action cannot be undone. To keep your favorites, download them to your device or open them to save to your generation history. |
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Copy image |
Copy the image so you can paste it directly into other applications, such as Adobe Illustrator. |
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Image to video |
Automatically add the image as the first frame to generate a video using the Image to video feature. |
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Save to library |
Save it directly to your Creative Cloud library. |
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Submit to gallery |
Submit the image to the gallery so that the community members can view, download, and remix your creations. |
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Open in Photoshop Web |
Open the selected generation as a new project in Photoshop on the web. |
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Open in Express |
Open the selected generation as a new project in Adobe Express to add text, shapes, and graphics, or choose one of the social media post templates to get started. |
Join our community to connect, learn, and engage
For inspiration, expert tips, and solutions to common issues, visit Discord or the Adobe Firefly Community forum. Connect with our team and fellow users to exchange ideas, share your creations, stay updated with the latest features and announcements, and provide feedback.
