How to use prompt-based image editing

Transform your coloring pages with AI using simple text descriptions. This feature lets you completely reimagine your images without starting from scratch.

Getting started

The edit tool is available in your editing suite alongside upscaling, background removal, and inpainting tools.

  1. Hover over any coloring page from your library

  2. Click the Paintbrush Icon - the editing panel will open, with the Edit tab open by default

  3. Type your prompt directly over the image preview

  4. Click submit - your edit processes in the background

  5. Get your result in under 30 seconds.

Your original image stays untouched. Each edit creates a brand new version.

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Writing effective prompts

The key to great results is being specific about what you want while keeping it simple.

Core principles

These fundamental rules will improve every prompt you write:

1. Use positive language Say what you want, not what you don't want. The AI responds better to direct instructions.

2. Be concrete, not abstract Replace vague concepts with specific, actionable descriptions.

3. Specify replacements clearly When changing elements, state both what to remove and what to add.

4. Break down complex requests Multiple changes work better as separate, clear instructions.

5. Use active verbs Start with action words that tell the AI exactly what to do.

6. Avoid subjective judgments Replace opinion words with specific visual descriptions.

Start with action words

Use clear verbs to tell the AI what to do:

  • "Change the style to watercolor"

  • "Add butterflies in the background"

  • "Convert to cartoon style"

  • "Transform into a forest scene"

Be specific about preservation

Tell the AI what to keep unchanged:

  • "Keep the main character but change the background to a sunset"

  • "Preserve the flowers but make them more colorful"

  • "Maintain the composition but add magical sparkles"

Describe styles clearly

Reference specific artistic styles or moods:

  • "Watercolor painting style with soft brushstrokes"

  • "Vintage poster art"

Common prompt patterns

These proven formulas work well for most edits:

Adding elements: "Add [element] to the [location]"

  • "Add rainbow in the sky background"

  • "Replace the sun with the moon"

Scene transformation: "Change the setting to [new location]"

  • "Change the setting to an underwater scene"

Mood adjustment: "Make this more [adjective]"

  • "Make this more magical and dreamy"

What works best

Simple, clear language

Write like you're talking to someone. Avoid technical jargon or overly complex descriptions.

✅ "Add flowers around the border" ❌ "Implement floral decorative elements utilizing botanical motifs"

One main change at a time

Focus on a single transformation rather than multiple changes.

✅ "Change to watercolor style"
❌ "Change to watercolor style and add butterflies and make it nighttime and change colors"

Specific adjectives

Use descriptive words that paint a clear picture.

✅ "Bright rainbow colors" ❌ "Colorful"

Be specific about replacements

When changing elements, clearly state what to replace and what to replace it with.

✅ "Replace the fairy's hat with a baseball cap" ✅ "Change the fairy's hat into a top hat" ✅ "Put a stocking cap on the fairy's head" ❌ "A better hat not a witch hat"

Break down complex changes

Instead of combining multiple requests, separate them into clear individual actions.

✅ "Make the style more cartoonish. Change the fairy's dress to be longer, covering her legs and add long sleeves" ❌ "More cartoonish not sexy cover her with clothes"

Advanced techniques

Quotation marks for exact elements

Use quotes when you want specific text or exact elements preserved.

"Keep the word 'Happy Birthday' but make everything else cartoon style"

Camera and lighting terms

For more photographic results, include technical terms.

"Soft natural lighting with warm tones" "Close-up portrait style" "Wide landscape view"

What to avoid

Negative instructions

Instead of saying what you don't want, focus on what you do want.

✅ "Bright sunny day" ❌ "Not dark or gloomy"

Too many adjectives

Excessive descriptors can confuse the AI.

✅ "Peaceful forest scene" ❌ "Extremely peaceful, very serene, incredibly calm forest scene"

Contradictory requests

Make sure your prompt elements work together.

✅ "Realistic portrait in natural lighting" ❌ "Realistic cartoon in bright neon colors"

Example prompts by category

Adding elements

  • "Add butterflies flying around the flowers"

  • "Include a rainbow arcing across the sky"

  • "Place the scene in a magical forest"

  • "Add sparkles and magical effects throughout"

Background changes

  • "Change the background to a sunset beach"

  • "Place this character in a library setting"

  • "Make the background a starry night sky"

  • "Set the scene in a cozy cabin interior"

Mood and atmosphere

  • "Make this more magical and whimsical"

  • "Create a peaceful, meditative feeling"

  • "Add drama with stormy weather"

  • "Make it bright and cheerful"

Troubleshooting common issues

Result doesn't match your vision

  • Try being more specific about key details

  • Break complex changes into smaller steps

  • Use reference styles ("like a Disney movie")

Colors look wrong

  • Specify exact colors ("bright red roses")

  • Mention color temperature ("warm golden tones")

  • Reference color palettes ("pastel rainbow colors")

Elements get distorted

  • Be clearer about what to preserve

  • Use simpler, more direct language

  • Try the edit again with slight prompt variations

Tips for better results

Experiment with variations

Try slightly different wordings of the same concept to see which works best.

Build on successful edits

When you get a result you like, use similar prompt structure for future edits.

Start simple, add complexity

Begin with basic changes, then build more sophisticated prompts as you learn what works.

Use the iterative approach

  • First edit: "Make this watercolor style"

  • Second edit: "Add soft pink flowers in the corners"

  • Third edit: "Include gentle morning sunlight"

Credit usage

Each edit costs 5 credits. Plan your edits thoughtfully to maximize your credit value.

Getting help

If you're having trouble getting the results you want, send examples to help@colorbliss.com with:

  • Your original prompt

  • What you expected

  • What you got instead

We use this feedback to improve the editing system and create better guidance.

Next steps

The best way to master prompt editing is through practice. Start with simple changes and gradually experiment with more complex transformations as you get comfortable with the tool.

Remember: the AI is creative but needs clear direction. The more specific and thoughtful your prompts, the better your results will be.

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