Dream Ink AI Support

Q: What is the AI Tattoo Generator?

A: An advanced tool that creates unique, custom tattoo designs based on your text description.

Q: What makes it different from other AI art tools?

A: Dream Ink AI is trained specifically for tattoo-ready line work, shading, and body placement previews, delivering artwork tuned for clean outlines and stencil prep.

Q: What do the different art styles mean?

• Pencil Sketch: Soft, hand-drawn look with natural pencil texture.
• Charcoal Drawing: Bold, dramatic style with rich blacks and organic texture.
• Graphite Drawing: Smooth, refined sketches with precise shading.
• Ink Sketch: Classic tattoo sketch style with clean, confident lines.
• Fine Line Drawing: Delicate, minimalist style with thin, precise lines.
• Cross-hatch Drawing: Textured shading created by intersecting lines.
• Stipple Drawing: Created entirely with dots for unique texture.
• Realistic Sketch: Photo-realistic rendering with fine detail.

Q: Which art style should I choose?

• Portraits/Faces: Realistic Sketch or Pencil Sketch
• Animals: Charcoal Drawing or Graphite Drawing
• Geometric/Mandalas: Stipple or Fine Line
• Traditional tattoos: Ink Sketch
• Minimalist designs: Fine Line Drawing
• Textured/Vintage: Cross-hatch Drawing

Q: How do the size options work?

• Small (1:1 square): Wrist, ankle, or finger tattoos.
• Medium (4:3 ratio): Arm, shoulder, or calf placements.
• Large (16:9 wide): Chest, back, or thigh pieces.

Q: Does size affect credit cost?

A: No, all sizes cost the same.

Q: Can I change the size after generation?

A: No, you'll need to generate a new image.

Q: What's the difference?

• Single Image: Generates one high-quality design.
• Batch Generation: Generates four different variations simultaneously.

Q: Why do they both cost 2 credits?

A: Single Image channels processing for maximum detail (10-12 seconds refinement), while Batch mode divides compute across four interpretations for broader creative spread.

Q: When should I use which?

Single Image: Specific vision, maximum detail, refining concepts.

Batch Generation: Exploring interpretations, seeing variations, brainstorming.

Q: Can I mix Single and Batch modes?

A: Yes, a common workflow is to start with Batch (2 credits) and then refine with Single (2 credits).

Q: What are the different AI model options?

• Standard Quality (Fast): 5 seconds, 2 credits — quick iterations.
• Quick Generation: 7 seconds, 2 credits — reliable.
• Enhanced Quality: 12 seconds, 2 credits — improved detail.
• Batch Variations: 15 seconds, 2 credits — optimized for four diverse variations.
• Premium Quality: 28 seconds, 3 credits — maximum detail, for final designs.

Q: Which AI model should I choose?

A: Start with Standard Quality, move to Enhanced or Premium for intricate work or final compositions.

Q: Do all models work with both Single and Batch modes?

A: Yes.

Q: What is Fast Mode?

A: Filters AI model options to show only the fastest models (5-18 seconds), streamlining workflow.

Q: How does Fast Mode work?

Enabled: Displays models that deliver in 18 seconds or less; hides slower options.

Disabled: Restores all models, including premium.

Q: Does Fast Mode affect quality?

A: Not significantly for most designs.

Q: Should I use Fast Mode?

Use when: Brainstorming, quick feedback, on mobile, generating iterations.

Turn off when: Creating a final design, needing maximum detail, working on large-scale pieces.

Q: How do I write a good tattoo description?

A: Include Subject, Style details, Mood, and Specific elements. Example: "A fierce wolf howling at a full moon, geometric style with sharp lines, mystical and powerful."

Q: Can I combine multiple concepts?

A: Yes!

Q: What if my generation doesn't match my vision?

A: Adjust description, try a different art style, use Batch mode, refine gradually.

Q: Can I generate the same design in different styles?

A: Absolutely.

Q: What resolution are the generated images?

• Small: 1024×1024 px (1:1)
• Medium: 1024×768 px (4:3)
• Large: 1920×1080 px (16:9)

Q: Can I use these designs commercially?

A: Designs are intended for personal tattoo reference. Review Terms of Service for commercial usage rights.

Q: What is the Photo-to-Sketch Converter?

A: Transforms any supported photo into an artistic sketch, handling line work, shading, and texture.

Q: What kind of photos create the cleanest sketches?

A: Sharp, well-lit photos with clear subject separation and high-contrast lighting.

Q: How should I prep images for tattoo stencils?

A: Crop tightly, boost exposure, remove clutter. After conversion, enable Outline Only with Detail Strength around 3.

Q: Can I start from existing sketches or scans?

A: Yes, to clean up line quality, add hatching, or create printable outlines.

Q: What sketch styles can I choose?

• Pencil Sketch: Gentle graphite shading.
• Charcoal Drawing: Dramatic blacks, smudged texture.
• Ink Drawing: Crisp line work, classic pen feel.
• Line Art: Pure outlines (for coloring pages or stencils).
• Cross Hatch: Layered line shading for a vintage look.

Q: How do I pick the right style?

Portraits: Pencil, Charcoal, Ink. Tattoo prep: Line Art (with Outline Only), Cross Hatch. Landscapes: Pencil, Charcoal, Ink, Cross Hatch. Minimal pieces: Line Art.

Q: What are Presets?

A: Pre-loaded detail, contrast, and processing settings for a tuned starting point.

Q: Which Preset should I try first?

• Portrait: For faces, headshots, family photos.
• Landscape: For outdoor scenes, cityscapes.
• Detailed: For intricate patterns and textures.
• Minimal: Simplifies composition, bold lines.
• Artistic: Expressive, stylized interpretations.

Q: Can I edit Preset settings?

A: Yes, presets only set initial values.

Q: What does Detail Strength do?

A: Controls how closely the sketch follows fine textures (0–10). Lower values simplify, higher values preserve micro-details.

Q: How about Contrast?

A: Sets the gap between lights and darks (0.0–2.0). Lower for airy gradients, higher for punchy blacks.

Q: What are Processing Steps?

A: Determines refinement passes (10–50). More steps improve polish but extend processing time.

Q: What does Quality Mode control?

A: Overall processing intensity (how long the system refines).

• Fast: Quick previews (<20 seconds).
• Balanced: Default, good for prints up to 8×10.
• High Quality: Improves texture transitions for larger prints.
• Ultra Quality: Smoothest gradients for gallery pieces.

A: All four modes cost the same 5 credits.

Q: What is Outline Only?

A: Turns off shading, leaving clean black contours (perfect for coloring pages or tattoo stencils).

Q: What does Face Enhancement do?

A: Sharpens eyes, mouth, and facial structure when people appear in the frame.

Q: What's a reliable workflow?

A: Upload sharp photo, select Preset, choose style (Balanced Quality), toggle Outline Only/Face Enhancement, Convert, review/adjust.

Q: How can I get consistent results?

A: High-resolution images, match Preset to photo, adjust one setting at a time, save favorite combinations.

Q: What if the result misses the mark?

Too busy? Lower Detail Strength, reduce Processing Steps, try Minimal preset/Line Art.

Too plain? Increase Detail Strength, pick Detailed preset, raise Processing Steps.

Too light? Increase Contrast, switch to Charcoal/Ink, try High Quality mode.

Too dark? Drop Contrast, move Detail Strength closer to 4, switch to Pencil Sketch.

Face issues? Enable Face Enhancement, use Portrait preset, keep Detail Strength 6-7.

Q: What processing modes are available?

• All-Purpose: Default, balances line work and shading for most photos.
• Edge Focused: Boosts edge detection for technical subjects.
• Depth Enhanced: Improves foreground/background separation.
• Body Aware: Understands poses and proportions in full-body photos.
• Classic: Legacy path for unusual lighting/compositions.

Q: What resolution do exports use?

A: Matches input size up to 8000×8000 pixels.

Q: Why did my conversion fail?

A: Image size, file corruption, insufficient credits, network hiccup.

Q: How do artists and tattoo studios use this tool?

A: Create stencil-ready outlines, show multiple sketch interpretations, generate portfolio art, produce marketing visuals.

Q: What's the stencil workflow?

A: High-contrast photo, Line Art style (Minimal/Portrait preset), Outline Only (Detail Strength 3-5, Balanced quality), convert, print.

Q: What is Style Transfer?

A: Repaints your photo in a new artistic aesthetic while keeping the original composition.

Q: What photos deliver the best transformations?

A: High-resolution images with balanced lighting and minimal motion blur.

Q: Can I transform existing artwork or sketches?

A: Yes, to remaster them in new aesthetics.

Q: How do I balance subtle tweaks vs. dramatic changes?

A: Mention the degree of change in your prompt (e.g., "gentle color grading" vs. "surreal cubist reinterpretation").

A: Describe any look: watercolor, neon cyberpunk, comic-book, Art Deco, Renaissance oil painting, anime, graffiti, custom color palettes.

Popular prompts: "Watercolor with soft edges and pastel hues," "Van Gogh-inspired brushwork," "Neon cyberpunk scene."

A: Combine four elements: base art style, visual details, color direction, and mood.

Structure: Base ("watercolor painting"), Detail ("soft bleeding edges"), Color ("pastel palette"), Mood ("dreamy and calm").

Tips: 1-2 sentences, reference artists/eras, avoid vague phrases, use Quick Idea pills.

Simple workflow: Upload photo, select/write style, "Apply Style," review/save.

Iterative workflow: Start general, refine wording, re-run.

A: Present stylistic options, visualize color vs. black-and-gray, produce marketing visuals. Pair with Photo-to-Sketch for stencils.

Tattoo-friendly prompts: "Watercolor tattoo wash," "Traditional tattoo with bold outlines," "Blackwork tattoo aesthetic."

Stencil workflow: After choosing direction, switch to Photo-to-Sketch → Line Art + Outline Only.

Q: Why 8 credits?

A: Heavier processing for full-color repainting.

Smart usage plans: Focused (1 run), Exploratory (2-3 runs to compare), Portfolio (batch-transform for marketing).

Q: Why did my transformation fail?

A: Description too vague, image outside dimensions, not enough credits, network hiccup.

Q: Can I rework the output?

A: Yes, with standard photo apps or reprocess with new description (each pass is 8 credits).

Portraits: "Renaissance oil portrait," "Pop art face," "Minimal line art."

Landscapes: "Impressionist landscape," "Japanese woodblock print," "Moody cinematic grading."

Objects & still life: "Vintage travel poster," "Graffiti mural," "Art Nouveau curves."

Motion & action: "Dynamic comic book style," "Cyberpunk cityscape," "Abstract energetic brushwork."

Q: How many image generators does the app have?

A: 4 (AI Tattoo, Style Transfer, Photo to Sketch, Google Fonts).

Q: Where are my generated images stored?

A: Locally on your device in the app's storage (not cloud-synced, private).

Q: What happens when I tap "Generate"?

A: Settings sent to AI service, image created, downloaded to device, saved to Design History.

Q: Can I generate multiple images at once?

A: Yes, enable Batch Mode (4 variations, saved separately).

Q: Where can I see all my generated images?

A: Go to your Profile and tap "Design History".

Q: How are my images organized?

A: Most recent at the top, includes prompt, style, AI model.

Q: What can I do with images in my Design History?

A: Long-press any image for options: Set as Profile Picture, Share, Save to Photos, Delete.

Q: How do I share my images with others?

A: Long-press image in Design History, select "Share."

Q: How do I save an image to my phone's photo library?

A: Long-press image in Design History, select "Save to Photos."

Q: Can I share or save multiple images at once?

A: Currently, one at a time.

Q: What happens if I haven't set a profile picture yet?

A: App uses your most recent generated image as a placeholder.

Q: How do I set a specific image as my profile picture?

A: Open Design History, long-press image, "Set as Profile Picture."

Q: Will my profile picture be deleted if I delete the original image?

A: No, a separate copy is created.

Q: Can I change my profile picture anytime?

A: Yes.

Q: What format are my images saved in?

A: High-quality JPEG files (90% quality).

Q: How much space do generated images take up?

A: Around 700KB each (varies by complexity).

Q: Do my images stay on my device if I close the app?

A: Yes, permanently saved until deleted.