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How to Use Midjourney

Step-by-step beginner-level guide covering 5 essential steps for how to use midjourney. Includes tips for midjourney and dalle and common troubleshooting solutions.

20 min read Updated: 2026-01-15 5 steps
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In This Guide

  1. 1 Join the Midjourney Discord
  2. 2 Subscribe to a plan
  3. 3 Create your first image
  4. 4 Use image controls
  5. 5 Refine with parameters
1

Join the Midjourney Discord

Go to midjourney.com and click Join the Beta to access the Discord server. This step covers join the midjourney discord, an essential part of the how to use midjourney process.

2

Subscribe to a plan

Midjourney requires a subscription starting ~$10/month. This step covers subscribe to a plan, an essential part of the how to use midjourney process.

3

Create your first image

Type /imagine followed by your prompt. This step covers create your first image, an essential part of the how to use midjourney process.

4

Use image controls

Use U1-U4 to upscale, V1-V4 for variations. This step covers use image controls, an essential part of the how to use midjourney process.

5

Refine with parameters

Add --ar for aspect ratio, --v for version, --style for aesthetics. This step covers refine with parameters, an essential part of the how to use midjourney process.

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Pro Tips

  • Add style keywords
  • Use aspect ratios
  • Reference artists
  • Use latest version

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use images commercially?
Yes, paid subscribers can use generated images commercially.
Why Discord?
Discord provides community infrastructure. A web interface is in development.
How long does it take to complete this guide?
The How to Use Midjourney guide takes about 20 min to read. For beginner-level users, hands-on implementation typically requires 30-45 minutes to complete all 5 steps. Your actual time depends on familiarity with the tools involved.
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Last updated: January 15, 2026
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