How to Use Nano Banana - Complete Step-by-Step Guide
How to Use Nano Banana - Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to use Nano Banana's AI image editing tools with this comprehensive step-by-step tutorial. From account setup to creating your first masterpiece.
Welcome to Nano Banana! This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know to start creating amazing AI-powered images and edits. Whether you're completely new to AI image editing or transitioning from other tools, this tutorial will get you up and running in minutes.
Sign Up: Click the "Sign Up" button in the top right corner
Choose Your Method: Sign in with Google, GitHub, or email
Verify Your Account: Check your email for verification if using email signup
Welcome Bonus: New users receive free credits to start experimenting!
Step 2: Understanding Your Dashboard
Once logged in, you'll see your main dashboard with:
Credit Balance: Your available credits displayed in the top right
User Level: Your current plan (Starter, Pro, or Premium)
Navigation Menu: Access to different tools and settings
Understanding the Three Modes
Nano Banana offers three powerful modes for different creative needs:
🎨 Image Generation
What it does: Creates entirely new images from text descriptions
Best for: Original artwork, concept art, product mockups, creative brainstorming
Credits: 1 credit per generation
✂️ Image Editing
What it does: Modifies existing images while preserving important features
Best for: Photo enhancement, background changes, object removal, style changes
Credits: 1 credit per edit
🔀 Multi-Image Fusion
What it does: Combines elements from multiple images into cohesive new creations
Best for: Character consistency, outfit swapping, scene composition, creative mashups
Credits: 2 credits per fusion
ps: The price may change at any time, please refer to the current page.
Step-by-Step Usage Guide
Using Image Generation
Select Generation Mode: Click on the "Image Generation" tab
Write Your Prompt: Describe what you want to create in detail
Example: "Create a professional headshot of a businessman in a modern office"
Review Credit Cost: Check that you have enough credits (1 credit per generation)
Generate: Click "Start Generation"
Wait for Processing: Usually takes 30-60 seconds
Download Your Result: Click the download button when ready
Pro Tip: Be specific in your descriptions for better results!
Using Image Editing
Select Editing Mode: Click on the "Image Editing" tab
Upload Your Image:
Click "Upload Images" or drag and drop
Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP
Maximum size varies by plan (3-20MB)
Write Your Edit Instructions:
Example: "Remove the background and replace it with a beach sunset"
Example: "Change the person's shirt to a blue formal blazer"
Preview and Generate: Review your setup and click "Start Generation"
Download Results: Save your edited image
Important: Nano Banana's character consistency means facial features will remain unchanged during edits!
Using Multi-Image Fusion
Select Fusion Mode: Click on the "Multi-Image Fusion" tab
Upload Multiple Images: Add 2-3 images you want to combine
Describe the Fusion:
Example: "Take the hairstyle from image 1 and put it on the person in image 2"
Example: "Combine the background from image 1 with the subject from image 2"
Generate Fusion: Process takes slightly longer due to complexity
Review and Download: Check results and save your creation
Image Upload Requirements
Supported Formats
JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg): Most common, good for photos
PNG (.png): Best for images with transparency
WebP (.webp): Modern format, excellent compression
Size Limits by Plan
Starter: Up to 5MB per image
Pro: Up to 10MB per image
Premium: Up to 20MB per image
Quality Tips
Use high-resolution images for best results
Ensure good lighting in original photos
Clear, unblurred images work better
Avoid heavily compressed images
Writing Effective Prompts
For Image Generation
Be Descriptive: "A serene mountain landscape at golden hour with a crystal-clear lake reflecting snow-capped peaks"
Include Style Elements: "Digital art style", "photorealistic", "oil painting effect"