NanoBanano Quick Start: Create Your First AI Image in 5 Minutes

Welcome to NanoBanano, the most accessible AI image generation platform. This guide will have you creating stunning AI artwork in minutes, regardless of your technical expertise or artistic background.

Getting Started

Account Setup

Creating your NanoBanano account takes seconds:

Visit nanobanano.art and click "Get Started Free"

Sign up with email, Google, or Apple

Confirm your email address

Choose your subscription plan (Free, Pro, or Team)

Your First Generation

Step 1: Access the Generator

After logging in, you'll see the main generation interface. The prompt box is central - this is where you describe what you want to create.

Step 2: Write Your First Prompt

Start with something simple:

Example: "A serene mountain landscape at sunset"

Step 3: Choose Settings

Basic settings include:

Image Size: 1:1 square (default), 16:9 landscape, or 9:16 portrait

Style: Leave default for automatic style selection

Number of Images: Generate 1-4 variations at once

Step 4: Generate

Click the "Generate" button and wait 10-30 seconds. Your images will appear in the results panel.

Understanding Results

Reviewing Your Images

Each generation includes:

4 unique image variations

Download button for each image

Upscale option for higher resolution

Regenerate button for new variations

Selecting Favorites

Click the heart icon on images you love. They'll be saved to your Favorites collection for easy access.

Improving Your Results

Better Prompting

Add detail for better outcomes:

Better prompt: "Serene mountain landscape, dramatic sunset with purple and orange clouds, reflection in calm lake, photorealistic style, 4K quality"

Style Selection

Experiment with style presets:

Photorealistic: Realistic photos and images

Digital Art: Modern digital illustration

Classic Art: Oil painting, watercolor styles

Anime: Japanese animation aesthetic

Next Steps

Explore Features

Discover more NanoBanano capabilities:

Prompt Library: Browse successful prompt examples

Tutorials: Step-by-step guides for specific techniques

Community Gallery: Get inspired by other creators

History: Access all your previous generations

Upgrade Options

Consider upgrading for:

Faster generation speed

More daily generations

Advanced style controls

Commercial usage rights

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Generation takes too long: Free users may experience queues during peak hours. Upgrade for priority processing.

Results not as expected: Try rephrasing your prompt or being more specific about details you want to see.

Images too small: Use the Upscale feature to increase resolution before downloading.

Quick Start Success

First-day achievements: generate your first image, understand basic controls, save and download results, explore style options, and join the community.

Building Confidence

Rapid skill development: daily generation practice, learning from examples, experimenting boldly, asking questions, and celebrating small wins.

Next Steps

Progressive learning: master prompting techniques, explore advanced features, develop personal style, join community challenges, and consider upgrading features.

Mobile Experience

On-the-go creation: mobile app features, touch-optimized interface, cloud sync across devices, offline mode availability, and mobile-specific tools.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Power user efficiency: essential hotkeys, custom shortcuts, gesture controls, automation macros, and workflow acceleration.

Integration Options

Platform connectivity: social media sharing, cloud storage integration, API access, plugin ecosystem, and third-party tools.

Expert Features

Power user tools: advanced settings, keyboard shortcuts, automation options, batch operations, and customization.

Integration Ecosystem

Platform connectivity: API access, third-party tools, and extensions.