GuideA practical, 4-step workflow
A Simple Path from Idea to Instagram-Ready
Think of this as a mini-playbook. Each step is concise, with tips and small toggles you can experiment with while editing in VAKPix. No PSDs, no layers — just your words and quick iterations.
1Upload
Start with the right canvas size
For Instagram, use standard presets so your layout reads clearly in feed and grid previews.
- Square Post: 1080×1080
- Portrait Post: 1080×1350
- Reel/Story Cover: 1080×1920
Tip: Leave generous margins for text — thumbnails crop tighter than you expect.
2Describe & Iterate
Brief it like a designer — in plain English
Give clear, visual directives. Chain small requests rather than one long paragraph — it helps you steer results faster.
- “Make it golden-hour, soft glow, boost contrast.”
- “Remove the person in the background; keep shadows natural.”
- “Swap background to neon gradient, keep subject crisp.”
- “Add bold headline ‘DROP 02’ in yellow with pink outline.”
Pro move: Reference brand colors (e.g., “use #FFD400 for the headline, subtle drop-shadow”).
3AI Edits
Review and refine with micro-prompts
Don’t chase perfection in one shot. Iterate: adjust text size, alignment, saturation, or background subtly between passes.
- “Increase headline size 20%, center align.”
- “Reduce saturation slightly; keep skin tones natural.”
- “Add soft vignette; maintain readability.”
- “Tighten letter-spacing for a stronger first read.”
Hint: If an edit overshoots, say “undo last change” or specify the previous setting you preferred.
4Download
Export and post with confidence
Save the final image and publish. For Reels, set it as the cover during upload for a consistent grid.
- Keep key text in the central safe area.
- Double-check readability on a small phone screen.
- Export at 1080px width to avoid compression artifacts.
