AI Image Extender
Expand your designs with AI outpainting. Set expansion pixels for each direction, adjust creativity, and let AI seamlessly fill new areas.
Credit Usage
Options & Settings
| Setting | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Extend Top/Bottom/Left/Right | Sliders | Pixels to add in each direction. Set individual values for asymmetric expansion. |
| Creativity | Slider 0-100% | How much the AI invents vs extrapolates. Low = more consistent, High = more variation. |
| Custom Prompt | Text Input | Guide what AI generates in the extended areas. |
| Make Seamless | Toggle | Ensure extended edges tile seamlessly. Default: On |
| Tile Preview | Buttons | Preview tiling to check seamlessness. 12346 |
When to Use
- Making a small motif into a larger, tileable pattern
- Expanding a design to reach a specific print dimension
- Adding variation to edges of a pattern for natural look
Pro Tips
For best seamless results, extend equal amounts on opposite sides (e.g., 100px left AND right).
Keep creativity at 20-30% for consistent pattern extension. High creativity adds unexpected elements.
Check 4x tile preview before downloading to spot seam issues that aren't visible in single view.
What to Expect
Best Results
- Repeating patterns with clear structure
- Abstract or organic flowing designs
- Consistent color palettes throughout
- Extensions under 50% of original size
- Designs with strong visual rhythm
Limited Results
- Unique, non-repeating artwork
- Very large extensions (>100% of original)
- Designs with text or specific shapes
- Highly detailed realistic imagery
- Patterns requiring exact symmetry
Real-World Examples
Panel Design to Yardage
A designer created a 12-inch floral panel but the production requires 24-inch continuous yardage. The design needs seamless extension on left and right. Before: 12×12 inch floral panel, hard edges, not tileable. After (200px each side): Extended to 24 inches wide, seamless continuation of florals. Settings: 200px left/right, Creativity: 25%, Make Seamless: On.
Cropped Design Recovery
An archive design file was accidentally cropped, cutting off the bottom portion. The AI extension can recover and complete the pattern. Before: Paisley design cut off at bottom, incomplete motifs visible. After (150px bottom): Paisley motifs completed, natural pattern continuation. Settings: 150px bottom only, Creativity: 35%.
Border Design Creation
A small motif needs to become a horizontal border design. Extension creates repeating elements to form a continuous border strip. Before: Single leaf motif, 500×200px original. After (400px left/right): Continuous leaf border, repeating vine pattern. Settings: 400px left + right, prompt: "continuing vine pattern".
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