How to use AI Image Extender
Expand your designs with AI outpainting. Set expansion pixels for each direction, pick a creativity level, and let AI fill the new areas.
Credit Usage
Options & Settings
| Setting | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Expansion Gap (px) | Sliders | Pixels to add on the Top, Bottom, Left and Right, from 0 to 500. Set each side on its own for an uneven expansion. |
| Creativity Level | Buttons | How much the AI invents rather than continues. Low follows the design closely; Max freely invents new motifs and may shift the composition. LowMedHighMax |
| Prompt (optional) | Text Input | Guide what AI generates in the extended areas, up to 500 characters. |
When to Use
- Making a small motif into a larger pattern
- Expanding a design to reach a specific print dimension
- Adding variation to edges of a pattern for natural look
Pro Tips
For an even result, extend equal amounts on opposite sides (e.g., 100px left AND right).
Keep Creativity Level at Low or Med for consistent pattern extension. High and Max add unexpected elements.
To make the extended design tile, run it through Seamless Repeats afterwards.
How do I…
How do I make a design bigger on one or more sides?
Set the Expansion Gap for Top, Bottom, Left and Right, up to 500 pixels each, then run the extension.
How do I keep the new area consistent with the design?
Keep Creativity Level at Low or Med. High and Max invent new motifs and may shift the composition.
How do I make an extended design tile?
Run the result through Seamless Repeats afterwards.
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 Level: Med.
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 Level: Med.
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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