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How to Use Midjourney 2026: From Setup to Pro Results

Updated June 2026 · 8 min read
Midjourney is the leading AI image generator for quality. V7 in 2026 produces photorealistic images that rival professional photography. This guide covers everything from setup to advanced parameters.

💰 Pricing

No free tier. Plans start at $10/month (Basic) for ~200 images/month. Standard plan ($30/month) gives unlimited relaxed generations.

🚀 How to Get Started

1

Join Discord

Midjourney runs through Discord. Go to discord.gg/midjourney and join. Create a Discord account if you don't have one.

2

Subscribe at midjourney.com

Go to midjourney.com and click 'Sign in' then 'Manage Sub'. Pick your plan. Basic at $10/month is fine to start.

3

Use the web interface

Midjourney now has a web interface at midjourney.com for subscribers. Easier than Discord for beginners — you can browse your gallery and generate without Discord commands.

4

Write your first prompt

In the web interface, type a description of what you want. Start simple: 'A cozy coffee shop in the rain, warm lighting, photorealistic.' Hit generate and see 4 variations.

5

Use parameters to refine

Add parameters to control output: '--ar 16:9' for widescreen, '--style raw' for photorealism, '--chaos 20' for more variety. These go at the end of your prompt.

💡 Pro Tips

Describe the style Add style references: 'cinematic lighting', 'shot on 35mm film', 'watercolor illustration', 'Studio Ghibli style'. Style descriptions dramatically change the output.
Use --no to exclude things Add '--no text, watermarks, blur' to exclude unwanted elements from images.
Vary and upscale After generating, click V1-V4 to create variations of your favorite, or U1-U4 to upscale a specific image to higher resolution.

❓ FAQ

Can I use Midjourney images commercially?

Yes, on paid plans. Personal plan has some restrictions. Check Midjourney's terms for your specific plan.

Is Midjourney better than DALL-E?

For artistic quality: yes. For ease of use and integration: DALL-E 3 inside ChatGPT is simpler. See our image generator comparison.

What's the best Midjourney plan for beginners?

Basic at $10/month. Upgrade to Standard if you generate more than 200 images/month.

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