Fixing Text and Quote Issues in AI-Generated Images

Overview

When creating videos with AI-generated images that include text, quotes, or captions, you might encounter issues with text accuracy and clarity. This comprehensive guide explains why these issues occur and provides detailed solutions to help you generate images with clear, accurate text.

Understanding the Challenge

Current AI image generation technology, while powerful in creating visual content, has inherent limitations when it comes to rendering text accurately within images. This is a common challenge across most AI image models, including those available in our Starter, Creator, and Pro plans. The models are primarily trained to understand and generate visual elements, making text generation a secondary capability that isn't always perfect.

Common Text-Related Issues

Misspelled Words

The most frequent issue users encounter is misspelled words in generated text. This happens because AI models process text as visual patterns rather than actual language, sometimes leading to incorrect character placement or substitutions.

Garbled or Unreadable Text

Sometimes, the generated text appears distorted or unreadable, especially when the text is long or when the image has complex visual elements competing for space.

Inconsistent Text Placement

Text positioning and alignment might not always appear as intended, particularly when trying to generate text in specific locations within the image.

Example: What Doesn't Work

Original Image Description (Using Starter Model):

Medium shot of a motivational poster featuring Tony Robbins' quote on a wall, surrounded by vibrant plants. Bright, uplifting colors create an inspiring atmosphere, encouraging viewers to take action despite challenges.

Notice how the text is garbled or misspelled, despite the overall composition being good

Example: What Works

Improved Image Description (Using Red Panda Model):

Create a medium shot of an inspirational wall poster with the exact quote: "The only impossible journey is the one you never begin." - Tony Robbins. The quote should be clearly visible and centered. Surround the poster with vibrant green plants. Use bright, uplifting colors to create an inspiring atmosphere.

Notice the clear, accurate text rendering using the Red Panda model

Key Improvements in the Updated Description:

• Explicit Quote: The exact text is provided in quotation marks

• Clear Positioning: Specifies that the quote should be centered and clearly visible

• Maintained Context: Keeps the artistic elements (plants, atmosphere) while prioritizing text clarity

• Model Selection: Uses Red Panda model for superior text rendering

The Solution: Red Panda Model

We've specifically integrated the Red Panda model into our platform to address these text-generation challenges. This model excels at generating clear, accurate text within images, making it the ideal choice for scenes that require quotes, captions, or any text elements.

Best Practices for Text Generation

1. Choose the Right Model

Always select the Red Panda model when generating images that require text elements. This model is optimized for text clarity and accuracy, significantly reducing the likelihood of errors.

2. Keep Text Concise

For optimal results:

• Limit text to 8-10 words maximum

• Break longer quotes into multiple scenes

• Focus on key phrases rather than full paragraphs

3. Clear Prompt Writing

When writing your image prompts:

• Specify the exact text you want to appear

• Mention that text clarity is important

• Use quotation marks around the exact text you want to generate

• Include text placement instructions (if applicable)

4. Quality Control

Before finalizing your video:

• Review all text-containing images carefully

• Regenerate problematic scenes using the Red Panda model

• Consider simplifying complex text scenes into simpler ones

Pro Tips for Success

1. Quote Formatting: Always include the exact quote in quotation marks within your description. For example:

   • "Create a poster with Tony Robbins quote about journey"

   • "Create a poster with the exact quote: 'The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.' - Tony Robbins"

2. Text Placement: When possible, specify where you want the text to appear in the image (e.g., "centered", "top", "bottom").

3. Background Contrast: Request backgrounds that provide good contrast for text readability (e.g., "ensure text is readable against the background").

4. Model Selection: Always use the Red Panda model for scenes containing quotes or text.

Quick Reference: Text Generation Checklist

Before generating any image with text:

• Switch to Red Panda model

• Include exact quote/text in quotation marks

• Keep text under 10 words

• Specify text placement

• Request clear visibility and readability

• Consider background contrast

• Review and regenerate if needed

What to Avoid

• Don't include more than 10 words of text in a single image

• Avoid complex formatting requirements

• Don't expect perfect calligraphy or stylized fonts

• Don't use standard models for text-critical scenes

Troubleshooting Steps

If you encounter text issues:

• Switch to the Red Panda model

• Simplify your text requirements

• Make text requirements explicit in your prompt

• Regenerate the image

• If issues persist, consider breaking the text into multiple scenes