How to Use Midjourney on Discord: A Step-by-Step Guide

This guide walks you through using Midjourney, an AI image generator, directly inside Discord. You’ll learn how to join the Midjourney server, generate your first image, upscale variations, and save your results. No prior experience with Discord or AI tools is needed—just a Discord account and a Midjourney subscription.

What You’ll Need

• A Discord account (free to create at discord.com)
• A Midjourney subscription (starts at $10/month; you can sign up at midjourney.com after joining the server)
• A stable internet connection
• A desktop or mobile device with Discord installed

Step-by-Step

1. Create a Discord account if you don’t have one. Go to discord.com, click “Login” then “Register,” and follow the prompts. Verify your email when prompted.
2. Join the Midjourney Discord server. Visit midjourney.com and click “Join the Beta” or use the official invite link (discord.gg/midjourney). This opens Discord and adds the server to your server list.
3. Find a beginner channel. On the left sidebar, look for channels named #newbies-1 through #newbies-9. Click any one to enter. These channels are designed for first-time users and are less crowded.
4. Type your first prompt. In the message box at the bottom, type /imagine. A popup will appear with the command. Click it or press Enter. Then type a description of the image you want, for example: /imagine a red fox sitting in a snowy forest at dusk. Press Enter to submit.
5. Wait for the bot to process. The Midjourney Bot will acknowledge your prompt and start generating. It usually takes about 60 seconds. You’ll see a progress message that updates as the image renders.
6. Review the grid of four images. When done, the bot posts a 2×2 grid of variations. Below the grid are buttons: U1–U4 (upscale a specific image) and V1–V4 (create variations of a specific image).
7. Upscale your favorite. Click U1 to upscale the top-left image, U2 for top-right, U3 for bottom-left, U4 for bottom-right. The bot will produce a larger, higher-resolution version of that image.
8. Make variations (optional). Click V1–V4 to generate four new images based on that one. This is great for exploring different compositions or styles.
9. Save your image. After upscaling, click the image to open it in full size. Right-click (or long-press on mobile) and select “Save Image As…” to download it to your device.
10. Use advanced settings (optional). Type /settings in any newbie channel to adjust defaults like version (V6 is current), style (raw, expressive), and quality. You can also use parameters like --ar 16:9 for widescreen or --v 6 to specify version.

Common Mistakes

• Not subscribing before using. You can join the server free, but you won’t be able to generate images until you subscribe. The bot will prompt you to do so.
• Using the wrong channel. Typing in general chat channels won’t trigger the bot. Always use a #newbies channel or a channel that explicitly allows Midjourney commands.
• Forgetting the slash. Typing just “imagine” without the slash won’t work. You must type /imagine to invoke the command.
• Overloading the prompt. Very long, rambling prompts often produce worse results. Keep it clear and specific, using commas to separate concepts.
• Ignoring the grid buttons. Some users try to right-click the grid to save, but that only saves the small grid. Use U1–U4 to get the full-resolution image.

Tips

• Use descriptive but concise language. Instead of “a beautiful picture of a dog,” try “a golden retriever puppy playing in a sunlit meadow, photorealistic, 4k.”
• Add style keywords. Terms like “cinematic lighting,” “watercolor,” “isometric,” or “octane render” dramatically change the output.
• Specify aspect ratio. Add --ar 16:9 for widescreen, --ar 1:1 for square, or --ar 9:16 for vertical. This is essential for wallpapers or social media posts.
• Use negative prompts. Add --no to exclude things, e.g., --no text, watermark to avoid unwanted elements.
• Check the bot’s DM. If you want privacy, you can DM the Midjourney Bot directly and use commands there. The results won’t be visible to others.
• Bookmark your gallery. Your generated images are saved to your Midjourney account at midjourney.com/app. You can browse, download, and organize them there.

Troubleshooting

• Command not working. Make sure you’re in a channel that allows bot commands (like #newbies). If you’re using a DM, ensure you’ve started a chat with the Midjourney Bot. Also check that your subscription is active.
• Images are blurry or low-res. This usually means you saved the grid instead of an upscaled version. Use U1–U4 first, then save the larger image. Also, ensure you’re not using an old Midjourney version—type /settings and select V6.
• Bot is not responding. Wait a few minutes and try again. Sometimes the queue is long. If it persists, check the #status channel on the Midjourney server for outages.
• Prompt rejected. Midjourney has content filters. Avoid gore, nudity, or violent themes. Rephrase your prompt in a less explicit way.
• Can’t find your images. Your images are stored on your Midjourney account. Go to midjourney.com/app, log in with Discord, and you’ll see your gallery. You can also search your Discord messages by typing from:Midjourney in the channel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay to use Midjourney? Yes, after a free trial (if available), you need a paid subscription. The basic plan costs $10/month and gives you about 200 images per month.

Can I use Midjourney without Discord? No, Midjourney is exclusively available through Discord. You interact with the bot via text commands in Discord channels or DMs.

How long does it take to generate an image? Typically 30–60 seconds per grid of four images. Upscaling takes another 10–20 seconds. During peak times, it may be slower.

Can I use my generated images commercially? Yes, if you have a paid subscription, you own the images and can use them for commercial purposes, subject to Midjourney’s terms of service.

What does “U” and “V” mean? U stands for Upscale (creates a larger version), and V stands for Variation (creates new images based on the selected one).

How do I get more image generations? Each subscription tier includes a monthly allowance of GPU time. You can upgrade your plan or wait for the next billing cycle for more.

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