Negative prompts help you tell the generator what you don’t want to include in your model.
They act as filters to remove or reduce unwanted details and improve the overall accuracy of the result.
What is a negative prompt?
A negative prompt is a short description that specifies elements, styles, or features you want the generator to avoid.
For example, if your main prompt says “A knight holding a sword, detailed 3D miniature,”
you can add a negative prompt such as “no base, no shield, no background.”
The generator will then prioritize generating a model that excludes those features.
When should I use negative prompts?
Use them when you notice that your generations repeatedly include unwanted elements, such as:
- Unnecessary bases or platforms
- Extra accessories (shields, capes, weapons, etc.)
- Environmental backgrounds when you only want a figure
- Incorrect styles or materials (e.g., metallic look when you want organic shapes)
Examples:
| Goal | Main prompt | Negative prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Creature without wings | “Fantasy dragon creature for resin printing” | “no wings, no horns” |
| Clean printable bust | “Portrait bust of a pirate captain, stylized” | “no shoulders, no background, no text” |
| Simple prop | “Wooden treasure chest with metal edges” | “no background, no coins, no open lid” |
Tips for better results:
- Keep negative prompts short and specific.
- Avoid contradictions (e.g., “a knight with a shield” + “no shield”).
- Don’t overuse them — too many restrictions can confuse the generator.
- Combine positive and negative prompts for balance:
- “Elf archer standing on grass base, detailed 3D miniature, no rocks, no trees.”
Negative prompts are a simple but powerful way to refine your generations and save credits by reducing unwanted results.
Start small, remove only the elements you consistently don’t want, and refine your prompt based on each generation’s outcome.
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