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Best Practices

Get the most out of PlushieAI with these tips and tricks

Photo Selection

Choose the Right Photos

  • Good Lighting: Natural, even lighting produces the best results
  • Clear Focus: Sharp, in-focus images work better than blurry ones
  • Simple Backgrounds: Plain backgrounds help the AI identify the subject
  • Face Forward: Frontal or three-quarter views work best

Avoid These Common Mistakes

  • Overly dark or backlit photos
  • Images with multiple subjects (AI may get confused)
  • Heavily filtered or edited photos
  • Very low resolution images

Style Selection

Matching Style to Subject

  • Pets: Try "Cute & Cuddly" or "Kawaii" for maximum adorableness
  • Babies: "Cute & Cuddly" captures their innocence perfectly
  • Adults: "Realistic" or "Cartoon" styles work well
  • Unique Looks: Experiment with "Vintage Toy" for something different

Optimization Tips

Image Quality

  • Upload images between 1MB and 10MB for best results
  • Minimum resolution: 512x512 pixels
  • Recommended: 1024x1024 or higher
  • Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP

Iterating for Perfect Results

  • Try the same photo with different styles
  • Adjust lighting if first attempt isn't perfect
  • Crop tighter on the subject if needed
  • Save your favorites to compare later

Gallery Management

  • Use favorites to mark your best creations
  • Download originals for safekeeping
  • Delete unsuccessful attempts to keep gallery organized
  • Use search to find specific plushies quickly