Allow to choose resolution of generated images

[Bartosz30785603am9b]

Please add the option to choose the resolution of generated images. Currently, when I generate images using this application, I receive images with a fixed resolution. However, different use cases may require different image resolutions. For example, if I want to generate thumbnails or print-quality images, I may need different resolutions depending on my specific needs.

[rayek.elfin]

@Oh.N8That would only work if the smart object is scaled down, not up. Converting an image layer to a smart object allows for non-destructive scaling, i.e. the original resolution doesn't change, but it also means that a low resolution image embedded in a smart object isn't magically scaled up with extra details or sharpness. It just gets fuzzier, just like scaling up that image destructively with the transform option.

Of course, it is possible to use AI/smart upscale software (both free and commercial options are out there).

All this said: Firefly is rather limited in its resolution and proportion choice. Free and open source genAI image generators allow for any resolution (limited to the hardware's capabilities, of course).

[MaraJade27]

I am not talking about upscaling after an image is created. I am talking about Adobe Firefly starting with large dimensions from the get-go. The current size is 2048 X 2048 pixels. Certainly Adobe could change it to 4000 X 4000 pixels quite easily.

[rayek.elfin]

Increasing the resolution from 2048px to 4000px will increase the required CPU/GPU time, RAM, and storage server resources by roughly 4 times. That also means 4 times the costs to run their servers.

A solution for Adobe would be to ask for extra credits depending on the resolution to offset the extra costs.

[droopydog500]

A solution for Adobe would be to ask for extra credits depending on the resolution to offset the extra costs.

Adobe has specifically said they intend to do this:

We plan to offer higher-resolution images, animation, video, and 3D generative AI features in the future. The number of generative credits consumed for those features may be greater.

Source: Generative credits FAQ 

    droopy

[ausdemnichts]

I’ve created a beautiful design for a wall mural, but the resolution is too low. It would be great to have the option to generate images in a higher resolution and specify custom dimensions.

For example, my image needs to be 7 meters x 2.6 meters at 120 dpi.

[SteveClayton]

Adobe recorded profits of $1.68 billion in 2024. They can more than afford to offer paying customers a half decent service.