> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.qolaba.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.qolaba.ai/image-generation/presets.md). # Presets Presets are style configurations that automatically modify how your prompt is interpreted and rendered. When a preset is applied, it injects a **prefix** and **postfix** into your prompt — adding style direction before and after your input text — so every generation produced with that preset carries a consistent visual identity without you needing to manually describe it each time. *** #### How Presets Work Every preset has two components: * **Prefix** — text automatically added *before* your prompt. Sets the primary visual style, rendering approach, or transformation directive. * **Postfix** — text automatically added *after* your prompt. Adds quality controls, stylistic constraints, and output refinements. When you type a prompt and generate with a preset active, the model receives: ``` [Preset Prefix] + [Your Prompt] + [Preset Postfix] ``` **Example:** You select the **Anime** preset and type: ``` A samurai standing in a bamboo forest at dusk ``` The model receives something like: ``` anime style, vibrant colors, cel-shaded illustration — A samurai standing in a bamboo forest at dusk — highly detailed, sharp lines, studio quality anime render ``` The preset handles all the style scaffolding — you focus on describing the subject and scene. *** #### System Presets Qolaba includes a library of ready-to-use system presets covering a wide range of visual styles. Select one from the preset selector before writing your prompt. | Preset | Visual Style | | ---------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Photographic** | Realistic, camera-like output — natural lighting, accurate proportions | | **Digital Art** | Clean, polished digital illustration style | | **Anime** | Japanese animation aesthetic — cel-shaded, vibrant, expressive | | **Pixel Art** | Retro pixel grid aesthetic — 8-bit and 16-bit styles | | **Gaming** | Game concept art and environment design aesthetic | | **Horror** | Dark, unsettling, atmospheric — shadow-heavy and ominous | | **Origami** | Paper-folded, geometric, minimalist forms | | **Pokémon** | Playful creature design inspired by the Pokémon art style | {% hint style="info" %} System presets work best when your prompt focuses on the subject and scene — not the style. The preset handles the style. For example, with the **Photographic** preset active, write *"A coastal lighthouse at sunset, waves crashing below"* rather than *"A photorealistic coastal lighthouse at sunset."* {% endhint %} *** #### Custom Presets Custom presets let you define your own reusable style configuration — useful for maintaining visual consistency across a brand, client, or project without repeating style instructions in every prompt. **When to Use a Custom Preset** Custom presets are most valuable when: * You are generating multiple images for the same brand and need consistent visual identity across all outputs * You have a specific combination of style, quality, and rendering instructions you use repeatedly * You are working with a team and want everyone generating in the same visual direction without manual briefing **Example:** A brand always requires *"minimalist flat design, pastel color palette, white background, clean geometric shapes"* across all marketing assets. Instead of typing this into every prompt, create a custom preset that injects it automatically — every generation with that preset active will carry the brand's visual identity. *** **Creating a Custom Preset** **Step 1 —** Open the preset selector and click **Create Preset**. **Step 2 —** Enter a clear, recognizable **name** for the preset. Good naming examples: * `Brand Studio — Minimal` * `Dark Fantasy Campaign` * `Product Photography — White BG` * `Editorial Illustration — Q3` **Step 3 —** Set the **Prefix** — the style directive added before your prompt. This typically defines the rendering style, medium, or primary visual approach. **Examples:** ``` Minimalist flat design illustration, clean vector style — ``` ``` Cinematic photorealistic render, dramatic lighting — ``` ``` Watercolor painting, soft edges, textured paper background — ``` **Step 4 —** Set the **Postfix** — quality controls and constraints added after your prompt. This typically defines output quality, what to exclude, and any final stylistic constraints. **Examples:** ``` — white background, no shadows, no gradients, sharp edges, 4K quality ``` ``` — highly detailed, sharp focus, no noise, no artifacts, production ready ``` ``` — soft color palette, no harsh shadows, consistent stroke weight ``` **Step 5 —** Click **Save**. The preset is now available in your preset selector for any future generation. *** **How Prefix and Postfix Work Together** A well-structured custom preset uses prefix and postfix in combination — the prefix establishes the creative direction and the postfix enforces quality and constraints: **Preset: Brand Studio — Minimal** | Component | Value | | ----------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Prefix** | `Minimalist flat design illustration, pastel color palette, clean geometric shapes —` | | **Your Prompt** | `A team of three people collaborating around a table` | | **Postfix** | `— white background, no shadows, no gradients, 4K, sharp edges` | | **Full prompt sent to model** | `Minimalist flat design illustration, pastel color palette, clean geometric shapes — A team of three people collaborating around a table — white background, no shadows, no gradients, 4K, sharp edges` | Every prompt you write with this preset active will produce images that stay visually consistent with your brand — regardless of the subject matter. *** **Managing Custom Presets** * **Edit** a saved preset at any time by selecting it and clicking the edit option — useful when brand guidelines evolve or quality requirements change * **Delete** presets that are no longer needed to keep the preset selector clean and organized * Custom presets are saved to your workspace and available across all future sessions *** #### System Presets vs. Custom Presets | | System Presets | Custom Presets | | ---------------------------- | ------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------- | | **Created by** | Qolaba | You | | **Best for** | Exploring styles, quick creative direction | Brand consistency, recurring workflows | | **Editable** | No | Yes | | **Prefix / Postfix visible** | No | Yes — you define them | | **Use case** | One-off stylized generation | Repeatable, consistent output across a project |