> ## 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. # Seeds [Skip to main content](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32604356340877-Seeds#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. [Midjourney Controls](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/sections/33329522730509-Midjourney-Controls) # Seeds ### Use the seed parameter for testing and experimenting: `--seed` ![seed-header.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32629964439309) Seeds are 99% identical in V8.X. For more information about V8.2, see our [Version](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32199405667853) article. ## What are Seeds? Seeds are the initial spark that sets your Midjourney image in motion. Think of a seed as the random noise you see on a TV screen—it’s the first step before your image comes to life. When you use seeds, you can lock in a specific starting point. You can lock a seed by plugging in a whole number between 0 and 4294967295 in your prompt. If you don’t choose a seed, Midjourney will use a new random one every time, giving you a variety of outcomes. #### Best Practices **![thumb-up-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32604505894797) Experimenting & Testing:** Lock a seed when testing different elements in your prompts. It’s like having a control in an experiment. This makes it easier to see how changes in your prompt affect the result. **![thumb-down-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32604494451469) Not for Saving Styles:** Seeds can’t capture or bookmark a specific style, character, or appearance across different prompts. They only influence the initial layout of noise that begins the rendering process. For consistency in your images, we recommend [style references](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32180011136653), [omni references](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/36285124473997), and [personalization](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32433330574221). **![thumb-down-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32604494451469) Not Always Predictable:** Seeds may behave unexpectedly, so they shouldn't be relied on for the same results over different prompting sessions. Assume that if you take a break and come back later, your seed may no longer work as expected. **![thumb-down-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32604494451469) Not Always Consistent:** While seeds can help with consistency, they have the least impact on the final image. Factors like your prompt, [model version](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32199405667853), and even slight parameter or settings changes can lead to unexpected results. **![thumb-down-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32604494451469) Not for Use in Turbo Mode:** Don't use [Turbo mode](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32016412137741) when using seeds. Turbo mode focuses on speed, and as a result seed locking is not reliable. ## Using Seeds * [On Web](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32604356340877-Seeds#zp-1-0) * [In Discord](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32604356340877-Seeds#zp-1-1) Add `--seed #` to the end of your prompt in the Imagine bar. ![web-imagine-prompt-seed.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32627343332749) Add `--seed #` to the end of your prompt in Discord. ![discord-imagine-prompt-seed.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32627343337741) ## Finding Image Seeds * [On Web](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32604356340877-Seeds#zp-2-0) * [In Discord](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/en-us/articles/32604356340877-Seeds#zp-2-1) Start by clicking on any image you've made on your Create or Organize page. This will open the image, revealing more options. Use the options ![options-icon.svg](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32628683577485) button near your prompt text and click Copy and then click Seed. This will copy the image's seed number to your clipboard. ![web-find-seed.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/32628613882381) After your image is generated, click Add Reaction and select the envelope ✉️ emoji. Make sure to select the plain envelope emoji. If you're having trouble finding it, you can use the search bar at the top of the emoji window. ![discord-emoji-react.png](https://docs.midjourney.com/hc/article_attachments/33166006794125) The Midjourney Bot will then send you a Direct Message with the seed number. If you do not receive a direct message, make sure to check your Privacy Settings for the Midjourney Discord server and confirm that "Direct Messages" is toggled on to allow the Midjourney Bot to send you a direct message. ### In this article 1. 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