How to Use the Text to Image Feature

What is the Text to Image feature?

Text to Image is a standalone 2D generation tool inside Neural4D Studio. You type a prompt, pick a model, and the system returns a high-fidelity image in seconds. It operates independently of the 3D pipeline: no mesh is created, no watertight geometry is involved. The output is a lossless .png file ready for design, print, or social media use.

Two generation engines are available: GPT Image 2 for complex, style-rich illustrations, and Nano Banana Pro for photorealistic, fast-turnaround visuals. Both engines are accessible from the same interface with no mode switching required.

Which generation model should I choose?

The model you select determines the rendering style and output speed. Use the table below to match the right engine to your production goal.

For independent creators producing e-commerce product images or furniture design mockups, Nano Banana Pro delivers clean, studio-grade results. For game developers drafting NPC concept art or environment references, GPT Image 2 handles nuanced style prompts with greater fidelity.

How do I generate my first image step by step?

The full generation cycle takes under one minute. Follow these four steps:

• Step 1: Open the Image Generator – Navigate to Neural4D Studio › Image Generator. No plugin or desktop app is required; the tool runs in Chrome, Edge, and Safari.
• Step 2: Write your prompt and select a model – Enter your text description in the prompt field. Select either GPT Image 2 or Nano Banana Pro from the model picker. Be specific: include surface material, lighting condition, and perspective for better results (e.g., "matte white ceramic vase, soft studio lighting, top-down angle").
• Step 3: Set canvas size and variation count – Choose your aspect ratio (1:1, 16:9, 4:3, or 3:2) and set the number of variations to generate in one run (1 to 4 images). Generating multiple variants in one pass lets you compare compositions before committing.
• Step 4: Generate, refine, and export – Click Generate Image. The engine compiles your output in seconds. Use Regenerate for new variations on the same prompt, or Edit to adjust specific regions. Once satisfied, download your result as a lossless .png file.

What canvas sizes and output options are available?

Neural4D Text to Image supports a range of preset aspect ratios to fit standard production formats:

• 1:1 – Square format, ideal for social media profile images and product thumbnails
• 16:9 – Widescreen format, suitable for banners, video thumbnails, and presentation slides
• 4:3 – Landscape format, commonly used for blog featured images and print layouts
• 3:2 – Classic photography format, ideal for standard photo prints and editorial layouts

Variation count can be set to 1, 2, 3, or 4 images per generation run. All outputs are delivered as lossless .png files, preserving pixel-level color accuracy for downstream editing in tools like Photoshop, Figma, or print-ready export workflows.

Can I convert my generated image into a 3D model or video?

Yes. Neural4D Studio allows you to seamlessly feed your generated 2D images directly into downstream 3D modeling and video animation pipelines.

Converting Images to 3D Models

To generate a 3D asset from your 2D image, click on the generated image to open the preview modal, then click the Generate 3D button in the bottom-right corner. The system will automatically redirect you to the Image to 3D Studio with your image loaded as the reference. Simply configure your desired mesh settings and click generate to create a watertight 3D model. For detailed instructions, refer to the How to Use the Image to 3D Feature guide.

For 3D printing workflows, this is the recommended path: configure your options to create a watertight model, and then export the reconstructed mesh directly as an .stl file to slice in your FDM or SLA slicer.

Converting Images to AI Videos

To animate your 2D image, click on the generated image to open the preview modal, then click the Generate Video button in the bottom-right corner. This redirects you to the AI Video Generator, automatically carrying your image over as the video's starting reference frame. Enter a descriptive video prompt detailing the movement, camera motion, or effects you want to apply, and click Generate Video to render a short, production-ready video clip (for details, see the How to Use Text to Video tutorial).

Who owns the images I generate?

Paid subscribers receive a full commercial license for every image generated on Neural4D, including any 3D models or video clips derived from those images. You can use the outputs in client deliverables, product listings, ad campaigns, or print production without additional licensing fees.

Free-plan outputs are tagged as Trial and are limited to personal, non-commercial use. To unlock commercial rights, upgrade via the Pricing page. Free users receive 50 Power per week, which is sufficient for several generation runs.