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Use a custom model for Virtual Model (iOS)

How to use your own model instead of a pre-made Virtual Model. iOS.

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Written by Craig Wright
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The Virtual Model feature includes a range of pre-built models, or you can upload your own using the Custom option. By using a custom model, it's easier to keep your promotional images on brand and targeted at your audience.

2 images. Image 1 is a woman in a bedroom. Image 2 shows the woman as a virtual model, wearing different clothing and with a studio background.

Once added, your custom model is saved to your Virtual Models list and your Space’s Brand Kit, so you can reuse it anytime without uploading it again.

Screenshots showing a custom model in the Virtual Model list and also saved in the Brand Kit.

Availability

Pro, Max, and Ultra plans.

Requires AI credits.


How many custom models can you use?

The number of custom models depends on your Space’s subscription:

  • Pro: 1 custom model

  • Max: 3 custom models

  • Ultra: Unlimited

If you reach your limit on Pro or Max, delete an existing model before adding a new one.


Steps (iOS)

To use a custom model for Virtual Model, follow the instructions below. We have divided the steps into separate stages to make them easier to follow.

Stage 1: Add a custom model

  1. Select the Space you want to work in.

  2. Select AI Tools.

  3. Select Virtual Model.

    If you don't see the Virtual Model option, select the See more button to see a list of AI Tools.

  4. Select Add your image. (This step does not apply if you have used Virtual Model previously).

  5. Choose a photo of the clothing you want the model to wear.

  6. [Optional] Select the plus icon + to add more clothing photos to complete an outfit.

  7. Select the model name and then select + Custom.

  8. Choose a photo of the custom model you want to use.

  9. Enter a name and select Save.

    Photoroom saves the custom model to the Virtual Model list and your Brand kit.

Stage 2: Set your Virtual Model preferences

Use the Virtual Model settings to tell Photoroom what you want in your image:

  1. Select the Image quality (Standard, Advanced, or Premium).

  2. Choose a Background. (You can change it later if needed).

    Either:

    • Upload a Custom background

    • Select an AI Background from the available themes.

  3. Choose a Pose from the list.

  4. Set the image Size and proportions by choosing from the list.

  5. Choose whether the AI should be influenced by the Brand style description from your Brand Kit.

  6. [Optional] Use the prompt to describe anything else you want to see in the image.

Stage 3: Generate Virtual Model images

When you have made your choices using the Virtual Model settings:

  1. Select Generate image.

    Each generation uses AI credits.

  2. If you are happy with the image, select its context menu ( ... ) and then Save.

  3. To generate more images, either:

    • Change the Virtual Model settings and then select the arrow button to generate.

    • Select the context menu ( ... ) on a generated image and use Edit with AI to describe the changes you want. Select the arrow button to generate.

    • Select the context menu ( ... ) for a generated image and use Other angles to generate another image showing the model from a different camera angle.

Stage 4: Final changes

Once you're happy with your image:

  1. Select the image.

  2. [Optional] Create variations:

    • Video to generate a video using the Video Generator tool.

    • Other angles for different perspectives.

    • Edit with AI to refine the result.

  3. [Optional] Select Open in editor to make further changes in the main Photoroom editor, such as adding text, changing lighting effects, adding logos, etc.

  4. Select Save.
    Your image is saved as a design in the Space and also downloaded to your device. You can also share the image.


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