Chapter 1: Introduction to Midjourney's New Features

Recently, Midjourney introduced two impressive features that fans have eagerly awaited: the 2x and 4x upscaling options. This announcement came shortly after the Weekly Office Hours, which left me feeling a bit overwhelmed as a writer covering this topic. I couldn't help but think, "Why couldn't they release these features tomorrow to give me a breather after writing the 'Quick Midjourney Update'?"

The new upscaling buttons, labeled Upscale (2x) and Upscale (4x), will appear once you click on U1, U2, U3, or U4. These buttons are designed to enhance the resolution of selected images, allowing users to avoid relying on external upscaling tools while also adding finer details to their creations.

Section 1.1: Understanding the Upscale Buttons

Interestingly, the design of the Upscale (2x) button features four arrows pointing outward, while the Upscale (4x) button has two triangles stacked. A switch in design might have made it clearer for users, but the functionality remains what’s most important.

The primary goal of these upscalers is to improve image resolution, providing users with better quality without needing to depend on third-party options. Here are some crucial details I've gathered about these new features:

• Both upscalers will use fast hours.
• Initially, there was uncertainty about whether these features could work in /relax mode. However, as of October 19, 2023, they can now be utilized in this mode, offering a way to save fast hours.
• Utilizing the 4x upscaler will cost approximately three times the GPU minutes compared to the 2x option.
• Once an image has been upscaled, the options for outpainting and inpainting will be unavailable.
• It is advisable to finalize your image before using the upscalers to avoid unexpected results, such as odd anatomical features or irrelevant objects.

Subsection 1.1.1: Visual Comparisons of Upscaling

Chapter 2: Video Insights on Midjourney's Upscalers

This video explores the latest features of Midjourney, including the new upscaling options (2x and 4x). It discusses their effectiveness and how they can enhance the user experience.

In this video, viewers will learn a quick hack to upscale images 4x in Midjourney v6, demonstrating the tools available for users to improve their workflow.

Known issues include:

• Right-clicking to save an upscaled image may sometimes result in a WEBP format file. Instead, save it in PNG format via the web gallery.
• The --tile parameter is incompatible with the upscalers, meaning that the Upscale buttons won't appear after selecting a seamless image.
• Users cannot edit prompts with /remix mode while upscaling.
• Low-resolution images may still appear blurred even after upscaling, though the Vary (Region) inpainting feature can help sharpen them.
• Occasionally, images may darken slightly during the upscaling process, and there have been rare instances of corrupted images appearing after a 4x upscale.

Conclusion: Embracing Midjourney's New Upscalers

In summary, Midjourney's introduction of the Upscale (2x) and Upscale (4x) features marks an exciting advancement for users. While these features consume fast hours and result in the loss of outpainting and inpainting functionalities, they strive to maintain the integrity of the original images. However, users should be mindful of known issues as they explore these new capabilities.

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