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How to Create Image Variations

Written by Bertrand
Updated over 6 months ago

How to Create Image Variations

Why It Matters

Variations allow you to take one design and instantly create multiple new versions. Instead of starting from scratch, you can adapt existing visuals for different audiences or refresh ad creatives in seconds.

The bottom line: Test different looks, demographics, and creative elements without the time investment of creating entirely new designs.

What You'll Learn

  • How to generate multiple variations of a single image

  • How to apply variations to subjects and backgrounds

  • How to refine creative outputs with quick actions

  • Practical examples for testing different demographics and styles

Getting Started with Variations

Prerequisites

You'll need:

  • An existing image or ad in your campaign

  • Clear idea of what you want to change

Steps to Create Variations

  1. Select Your Image

    • Choose an existing image or ad in your campaign

  2. Access Quick Actions

    • Click the "Quick Actions" button on your selected image

  3. Choose Create Variation

    • Select "Create Variation" from the menu

  4. Describe Your Changes

    • Enter a specific description of the variation you want

    • Be clear and detailed for best results

  5. Generate

    • Press Enter and wait for your variations to generate

Example Variations

Subject Changes

Original: Ad featuring a woman
Prompt: "Change the woman's ethnicity"

Result: The system generates multiple variations including different ethnicities, letting you test how your ad performs with diverse representation.

Background Updates

Original: Ad with existing background
Prompt: "Change the background color"

Result: Same ad design with alternate background colors, perfect for A/B testing different brand color schemes.

Demographic Testing

Original: Young professional in business attire
Prompt: "Show an older person instead"

Result: Maintains the same composition and style while targeting a different age demographic.

Pro Tips for Better Variations

Be Specific: Use detailed prompts like "change background to pastel pink" instead of just "change background"

Test Demographics: Quickly create versions for different target audiences without rebuilding entire campaigns

Brand Consistency: Use variations to test color schemes while maintaining your brand identity

Combine Features: Mix variations with recipes and templates for even faster campaign asset creation

Common Use Cases

A/B Testing: Create multiple versions to test which performs better

Audience Targeting: Adapt the same creative for different demographic groups

Brand Experiments: Test different color schemes or visual styles

Campaign Refresh: Update existing successful ads with fresh variations

Next Steps

Ready to start creating variations? The feature works with any existing image in your campaigns.

Get started: Select any image → Quick Actions → Create Variation

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