> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.legnext.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Prompt basics [Skip to main content](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32023408776205-Prompt-Basics#page-container) [![Midjourney Help Center home page](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/theming_assets/01K1K3SHJHG4BTD9YK9VH9G86N)\\ Midjourney](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us)Toggle navigation menu What would you like to know? `CtrlK` 1. [Midjourney](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us) 2. [Documentation](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/categories/32013335627533-Documentation) 3. [Prompting Basics](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/sections/32013365472909-Prompting-Basics) # Prompt Basics ### A prompt is your creative starting point—learn how to turn words into unique and exciting images! ## What is a Prompt? Creating with Midjourney starts with a prompt. A prompt is simply the text or phrase you use to tell Midjourney what kind of image or video you want. Your prompt could be just one word or a complete phrase. The more thought you put into your prompt, the more unique and interesting your creation can be. So, take a moment to think about what you want to see, and use your words to guide the creative process. ![imagine-prompt.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/36980789189645) ## Prompting Tips & Tricks Short and simple prompts typically generate the best images with Midjourney. Use phrases that clearly describe what you want to see. Think of it like giving a quick snapshot of your idea. Avoid making long lists or detailed instructions; these can confuse the process. **![thumb-down-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32069789621133)** Show me a picture of lots of blooming California poppies, make them bright, vibrant orange, and draw them in an illustrated style with colored pencils **![thumb-up-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32069789623437)** Colored pencil illustration of bright orange California poppies #### Choose the Right Words The words you pick matter! Try using specific synonyms. For example, instead of "big," consider "huge," "gigantic," or "enormous." Being precise can help get better results. #### Be Specific with Numbers Plural words like "cats" can be vague. Instead, use specific numbers like "three cats." Or go for collective nouns like "flock of birds" instead of just "birds." #### Focus on What You Want Describe what you do want instead of what you don’t. If you mention a party with “no cake,” a cake might still appear. For excluding items, read about the [no parameter](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32173351982093). #### Prompt Length and Details Your prompts can be simple—even a single word or emoji works. Short prompts let the default Midjourney style fill in the gaps. But if specific elements are important to you, be sure to include them. Fewer details mean more variety, but you get less control over the outcome. Be clear about details that matter to you. Here are some areas to consider: * **Subject:** Who or what? (person, animal, character, location, object) * **Medium:** In what form? (photo, painting, illustration, sculpture, doodle, tapestry) * **Environment:** Where? (indoors, outdoors, on the moon, underwater, in the city) * **Lighting:** What kind? (soft, ambient, overcast, neon, studio lights) * **Color:** In what shades? 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Well-written prompts help generate amazing images! **Image Prompts** Adding images to your prompt influences the style and content of your new creations. You can do this through [Image Prompts](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32040250122381), [Style References](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32180011136653), and [Omni References](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/36285124473997). **Parameters** [Parameters](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32859204029709) are tools that let you customize how an image is generated. They can adjust things like [aspect ratios](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/31894244298125) to tailor your image to your liking. Parameters get added to the end of your prompt. ## More Prompt Help Midjourney has a vibrant community that loves problem-solving and helping others! 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