How to use AI picture generators

AI image generation is one of the most exciting trends in creative technology. From social media visuals to marketing graphics, Microsoft Copilot helps you turn simple text prompts into stunning AI pictures. Microsoft has taken a leading role in this space by integrating powerful image generation capabilities into its productivity suite—especially through Microsoft Designer and Copilot. This article will walk you through how to use these tools to create your own AI-generated pictures, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned designer.

Create images with Designer

Microsoft Designer is a graphic design app that uses AI to help you create professional-quality visuals. It’s powered by the cutting-edge 4o image generation model . With Designer, you can enter a short text prompt—like “create a picture of a group of fashion forward individuals wearing cream, lavender, and neon yellow streetwear with detailed studio photography and lighting”—and quickly get a unique AI picture tailored to your request.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating images with Designer:

1. Access Designer: Go to designer.microsoft.com .

2. Write an effective prompt: Be descriptive and specific. For example: “Create a watercolor scene of a red fox resting under a tree, standing by a shimmering river, surrounded by lush greenery.”

3. Customize and refine: Once your AI generated picture appears, you can adjust colors, layout, and text. Designer also offers templates for social media, presentations, and marketing materials, making it a great choice for making visuals for ad campaigns, social media posts, and presentation graphics.

AI art created via Copilot

Create with Copilot

Copilot , your AI companion, relies on 4o image generation to generate rich, detailed images. Similar to Designer, Copilot can quickly generate an AI image according to your written prompts. With Copilot, you can create birthday or invitation cards, creative landscapes for art references, or whatever else your imagination dreams up.

To create with Copilot , follow these steps:

1. Access Copilot: Go to copilot.microsoft.com or download the Copilot app .

2. Write your image prompt: For example, you might ask to generate “a summer sunrise over a river and an oak tree” or “a birthday invitation for an eight-year-old with a dinosaur theme.”

3. Refine and download: If the first image isn’t quite what you had in mind, you can ask Copilot to make slight tweaks to the image until it fits your vision. Then, you can download the image and enjoy your AI picture!

AI art created via Copilot

Best practices for using AI image generators

Both Designer and Copilot are great tools to have in your AI image generator toolkit. To make the most of these creative resources, keep these tips in mind:

1. Use descriptive language: Include style, color, and subject for a richer and more detailed image.

2. Try different art styles: Experiment using descriptors like “cartoon,” “realistic,” “abstract,” and so on.

3. Edit and enhance: Don’t be afraid to ask Copilot to tweak your image or add text overlays in Designer .

Spark your imagination with Copilot

As an AI picture generator , Copilot offers a powerful and accessible way to bring creative visions to life—whether you're a designer, marketer, educator, or hobbyist. By understanding how to choose the right tool, craft effective prompts , and refine your outputs, you can unlock a new level of visual storytelling and productivity. Try Copilot today and let your imagination lead the way.