Seedream 4.0: Next-Generation Multi-Modal AI Image Generator

What is Seedream 4.0: Next-Generation Multi-Modal AI Image Generator

Seedream 4.0 is ByteDance's latest AI image generation model. It is designed for both image generation and editing, offering complex scene comprehension, premium reference-based generation, artistic style transformation, and powerful logical reasoning for sequential image creation. It aims to deliver photorealistic results with pro-grade controls and up to 4K output at high speed.

How to use Seedream 4.0: Next-Generation Multi-Modal AI Image Generator

1. Add References (Optional): Upload up to 6 reference images to maintain consistency in characters, products, or brand assets. Alternatively, start with text only.
2. Describe Your Vision: Write a natural-language prompt detailing what you want to create or edit. Seedream 4.0 understands complex scenes, style cues, and editing directions.
3. Generate & Refine: Preview the generated images. Iterate on them using natural-language edits without the need for masks or layers.
4. Export in High Resolution: Download the final images in crisp quality, with native 2K output and support for up to 4K resolution, ready for various applications.

Features of Seedream 4.0: Next-Generation Multi-Modal AI Image Generator

• Deep Scene Understanding: Renders complex, multi-subject scenes with accurate details, lighting, and composition.
• Reference-Based Consistency: Supports uploading up to 6 reference images to maintain consistency across shots and styles.
• Artistic Style Transfer: Allows applying faithful style transformations (e.g., painterly, cinematic, sculptural) without losing subject identity.
• Ultra-Fast Rendering: Generates high-quality images rapidly, with native 2K output and support for up to 4K.
• Sequential Story Generation: Creates up to 9 coherent frames in one go for narrative flow.
• Commercial-Grade Design: Produces posters, key visuals, and marketing graphics with improved text rendering and layout reliability.
• Natural Language Editing: Edits images using plain-English instructions to change attributes, adjust composition, or restyle shots.

Use Cases of Seedream 4.0: Next-Generation Multi-Modal AI Image Generator

• Creating narrative visuals and product sets with complex scene understanding.
• Maintaining consistent characters, products, or branding across multiple images using reference images.
• Applying various artistic styles to images while preserving subject identity.
• Rapidly generating high-quality images for fast iteration and production workflows.
• Producing comics, lookbooks, ads, and social carousels that require narrative flow.
• Designing campaign visuals, product imagery, illustrations, and social content with improved text rendering and layout control.

FAQ

• What is Seedream 4.0? Seedream 4.0 is ByteDance’s next-generation unified model for both image generation and image editing. It handles complex prompts, maintains reference consistency, and produces high-definition results up to 4K.
• How fast is Seedream 4.0? It offers very fast rendering for native 2K output, with support for up to 4K, depending on settings and workload.
• Can I use reference images? Yes, you can upload up to 6 reference images to ensure consistency.
• Does Seedream 4.0 support sequential or batch creation? Yes, you can generate up to 9 coherent images in a single batch for story-driven content.
• Is there a free plan? Free credits are offered for new accounts to try the model. Paid plans offer higher limits and pro features.
• Is it suitable for commercial projects? Yes, it is used for campaign visuals, product imagery, illustrations, and social content, with improved text rendering and layout control. License terms should be checked before publishing.
• Where can I access the model? It can be accessed on the Generator page. API access is available via ByteDance’s enterprise channels, and it may be hosted on some third-party platforms.
• How does editing work? You can edit images using plain-English instructions to change attributes, adjust composition, or restyle shots without manual masking.
• Any tips for best results? Be specific in prompts regarding subjects, context, and style. Include lighting, lens, or mood cues. Use reference images and reuse key prompt phrases for consistency.