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Available AI models

Open Canva supports multiple AI models, each with unique characteristics and strengths. Understanding which model to use for different scenarios will help you achieve better results.

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Model overview

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Flux

Best for: Detailed, realistic images with high quality Strengths:
  • Excellent detail and realism
  • Great for photorealistic images
  • Strong understanding of composition
  • Works well with complex prompts
Use when:
  • You need photorealistic results
  • Detail and quality are priorities
  • Creating professional-looking images

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Ideogram

Best for: Images with text and typography Strengths:
  • Superior text rendering in images
  • Good for designs with words
  • Clean, modern aesthetic
  • Reliable text placement
Use when:
  • Your image needs to include text
  • Creating designs with typography
  • Posters, signs, or text-based graphics

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Other models

Additional models may be available with different specializations. Check your dashboard for the latest available models.

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Choosing the right model

1

Identify your goal

What type of image are you trying to create?
  • Photorealistic photo → Flux
  • Design with text → Ideogram
  • Artistic illustration → Experiment with different models
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Consider your prompt

Some models interpret certain types of prompts better:
  • Detailed, descriptive prompts → Flux
  • Prompts mentioning text → Ideogram
  • Style-specific prompts → Try multiple models
3

Test and compare

For important projects, try generating with multiple models to see which produces the best result for your specific needs.

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Model comparison

FeatureFluxIdeogram
Realism⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Text rendering⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Detail quality⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Style variety⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
SpeedMediumMedium

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Tips for model selection

Start with Flux: If you’re unsure, Flux is a great default choice for most use cases.
Use Ideogram for text: Any prompt that mentions text, signs, or words should use Ideogram.
Experiment: Don’t be afraid to try the same prompt with different models to see which works best.
Check model compatibility: Some models may have different supported image sizes or settings.

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Multi-model generation

You can generate images with multiple models simultaneously to compare results:

Multi-Model Generation

Learn how to generate with multiple models at once.

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Model-specific settings

Some models may have unique settings or requirements:
  • Image sizes: Different models may support different aspect ratios
  • Reference images: Some models handle reference images better than others
  • Generation speed: Models may vary in generation time

Generation Settings

Learn about all available settings and how they work with different models.

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Best practices

Match model to use case: Choose the model that best fits your specific need rather than always using the same one.
Track what works: Keep notes on which models produce the best results for different types of prompts.
Stay updated: New models may be added over time. Check your dashboard regularly for updates.

Writing Prompts

Learn how to write prompts that work well with different models.

Settings Guide

Understand settings that work best with each model.

Dashboard Analytics

Track which models you use most and their success rates.

Best Practices

General tips for getting great results.