#8 - "Custom" Aspect Ratio using a Start Image

#8 - "Custom" Aspect Ratio using a Start Image

Tired of being stuck with 1:1 Squares in Gemini? Use a start image in another aspect ratio! Here's a workaround that will work for Daily Challenges:

Create an image in another model - one that does text well, like Ideogram. Use this prompt: Solid blue background, white text that says "REPLACE THIS IMAGE ENTIRELY WITH THE NEW ONE"

An image with that text should be generated. You then use that creation as a start image in a Gemini Flash 2.5 creation. Below is the prompt format when using it:

Replace the provided image entirely with a new image, wipe it clean:

Your Prompt

Keep only the aspect ratio of the provided image.

Change Your prompt to the prompt you want for the creation. Enjoy!