Model Selection and Ratios

Scenario

Teams lose time by using high-cost settings too early or wrong ratios for final placement.

Steps

1. Define delivery channel before generation.
2. Use faster settings for concept validation.
3. Switch to higher-quality settings for approved concept.
4. Export with target ratio and safe crop area.

Parameter Guidance

• Ratio mapping:
  • 1:1 catalog/feed cards
  • 16:9 hero banners and video covers
  • 9:16 story-style placements
  • 4:3 editorial and mixed layouts
• Resolution mapping:
  • Draft: 1K
  • Final: 2K (web), 4K (high-detail delivery)
• Variant strategy: 3 drafts -> 1 final upscale run.

Failure Troubleshooting

Symptom: Composition breaks on mobile

Fix:

• Reserve safe center area.
• Validate crops on mobile previews before export.

Symptom: Quality is high but iteration is slow

Fix:

• Run low-resolution drafts first.
• Freeze composition before final high-resolution render.

Compliance Boundary

• Model choice does not bypass content policy requirements.
• Final usage still requires rights and legal review.

FAQ

Is one ratio enough for all channels?

No. Channel-specific ratios reduce crop loss and improve engagement.

Should we always generate at 4K?

No. Generate at production resolution only after concept approval.