Seedream 5.0 Prompt Guide
Unlock the full potential of Seedream 5.0 with clear and powerful prompts. This guide will help you craft effective instructions for image editing and image generation.
The Prompt Framework
Structure your instructions for predictable, repeatable results. Follow the same pattern every time.
Prompt Structure
Define subject and scene
Start with what you want to create. Name the main subject and where it is. The more specific you are about materials, textures, and spatial relationships, the better the output.
Ceramic pour-over coffee dripper, walnut wood table, morning kitchen scene
Add composition and style constraints
Tell the camera how to look at your subject. Specify angle, distance, lens type, and light source. This controls composition and mood better than style keywords alone.
45-degree angle, 50mm lens, soft natural light from left window, shallow depth of field
Set quality and text requirements
Define the final deliverable. Include resolution needs, realism level, and any text that must appear in the image. Use quotes for exact wording.
4K product photography, include price tag reading "$29.99", photorealistic texture
Advanced Text to Image Features
Natural Language Input
Write descriptions the way you would explain them to a photographer. No special syntax or keyword lists needed.
Reliable Text Rendering
Headlines, labels, and poster text come out readable. Put exact wording in quotes for best results.
Character Consistency
Generate multiple shots of the same person or product. Upload a reference once, then vary poses and settings.
Structured Scene Logic
Complex compositions with multiple elements, spatial relationships, and layered depth render correctly.
Style Transfer by Reference
Upload an image to extract color grading, lighting mood, and texture. Apply that look to new subjects.
Production-Ready Resolution
Output sizes suitable for web, print, and large-format display. Iterate fast at low res, then render final at full scale.
What Works vs What Does Not
Specific instructions produce specific results. Vague inputs produce random outputs.
Too Vague
Make a nice product image
- ×No product specified
- ×Undefined "nice" standard
- ×No context for use case
Well Defined
Stainless steel water bottle, placed on concrete surface, soft overcast daylight, 3/4 angle shot, product photography for Amazon listing, clean background, sharp focus
- Exact product and material
- Specific lighting and angle
- Clear end use (Amazon)
Copy-Paste Templates
Start with these structures. Replace the bracketed sections with your specific details.
E-commerce Product Shot
[Product name], placed on [surface/material], [lighting setup], [camera angle], product photography style, sharp focus on product, blurred background, commercial quality
Product in Context
[Product] being used by [user type] in [setting], natural interaction, candid moment, lifestyle photography, soft daylight, authentic scene, no heavy filters
Before You Generate
Run through this list to catch missing details before you hit the button.
How Teams Use This
Real workflows from production environments.
Weekly Product Drops
Teams use Seedream to create product visuals for new SKUs without organizing photoshoots. One person can generate hero shots and lifestyle images for an entire product line in an afternoon.
Pitch Visuals
Agencies generate concept mockups for client presentations. Multiple visual directions can be explored quickly, allowing the team to focus feedback on strategy rather than hunting for stock imagery.
Content Refresh
Social teams adapt existing assets for different platforms and campaigns. Edit backgrounds, adjust colors for seasonal themes, or resize compositions without rebuilding from scratch.
Field Notes
Lessons from teams running this at scale.
Start Simple
Generate a base image first. Layer complexity in subsequent edits rather than cramming everything into one prompt.
Use References
Upload reference images for style, composition, or subject. It is more reliable than describing visual concepts with words.
Batch Similar
Generate variations in one session. The model stays "warm" to your context, producing more consistent sets.
Edit, Do Not Restart
When you are 80% there, use the image editor to refine rather than generating from scratch. Faster, more predictable.
Common Questions
Practical answers about using the product.
Seedream is built around production workflows. It handles text rendering accurately, maintains consistency across batches, and processes edits quickly without starting from scratch.