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Understanding Different Reference Types
Understanding Different Reference Types

This is a guide to learn more about the different reference types Layer supports what they are good for.

Updated over 4 months ago

When forging an asset via the prompt box in Layer, you can add a reference to further guide the generation. Here’s a breakdown of the reference types:

Variation

Forge Reference: Generate a variation based on this reference image.

Character Focused

  • Character Face: Use this reference when updating or modifying a character’s face.

  • Character Pose: Use this reference type when using a Custom Trained Character Style

Structure

Structure: Use the structure information from this image to create something with a similar depth perspective.

Tip: Using structure for recoloring a particular object is a great way to achieve desired results.

Sketch

  • B&W Sketch: Utilize a black and white drawn image as a reference to guide the generation.

  • Color Sketch: Use a colored sketch as a reference, aiming to match the colors.

Outline

Canny Edge: Closely trace the edges of your reference image.

Style

Style Reference: Forge asset in a similar style to this reference image.

Tip: This is a great way to quickly see an asset in a reference style without having to train a custom style.

Examples

B&W Sketch:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Icons

Prompt: Apple

Color Sketch:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Asset

Prompt: Moldy Pear

Color Sketch:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Backgrounds

Prompt: Forest

Structure:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Background

Prompt: Lunar Landscape

Structure (Recolor):

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Backgrounds

Prompt: A red cake

Canny Edge:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Characters

Prompt: Red Dragon

Character Face:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Characters

Prompt: close-up of rugged bearded sailor with intense gaze, wearing a light gray sailor hat and weathered facial features.

Forge Reference:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Backgrounds

Prompt: Vintage Green Porsche 911 with whale tail spoiler, driving down coast, palm trees

Style Reference:

Forged Asset Result

Style used: Game Characters

Prompt: orange tabby cat surrounded by colorful giant cat toys, including oversized yarn balls, feathers, and plush mice, cheerful ambiance.

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