A prompt that behaves like a creative brief
Learn a reliable way to request local edits, retouching, relighting, and composition changes without losing the original subject or intent. Use the generator to turn a visual direction into a prompt with explicit composition, fidelity, and revision boundaries.
- Name the exact region to change and the parts that must remain untouched.
- Describe the target result, not only the action such as “fix” or “improve.”
- Use staged edits when several changes could interfere with one another.
Create a polished Image editing with GPT Image 2.5.
SUBJECT
[Describe the subject and defining details]
COMPOSITION & FORMAT
[Framing, hierarchy, and aspect ratio]
LIGHTING & BACKGROUND
[Direction, mood, environment]
PRESERVE
[List the details that must remain unchanged]
DO NOT CHANGE / AVOID
[List explicit edit boundaries and common failures]Frequently asked questions
How do I prevent unwanted changes?
Explicitly protect identity, proportions, text, logos, colors, and the untouched background regions.
Can I combine multiple edits?
Yes, when they are independent; for complex edits, handle the most structural change first and review each result.
What makes an edit prompt clear?
A precise mask or location, a concrete visual target, preserved elements, and a defined blend or finish.