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AI Image Editor — User Guide

The AI Image Editor is a powerful design and creation tool built into XGENIA. Use it to generate images, video, and audio with AI, compose them on a canvas, and refine them with inpainting and layer tools.

Opening the Image Editor​

  1. In the XGENIA editor, look at the left sidebar.
  2. Click the AI Image Editor icon (image icon) to open the panel.
  3. The canvas and tools appear in the main design area.

Interface Overview​

Top Toolbar (center top)​

ControlAction
CanvasesOpen the canvas manager to create or switch between multiple canvases
Add frameAdd a new frame to the canvas
Delete frameRemove the selected frame
ZoomZoom in/out on the canvas
Undo / RedoUndo or redo recent changes
ExportExport the canvas or selection (PNG, JPG, or SVG)
Go HomeReset zoom and pan to fit the canvas
Canvas backgroundChange canvas background (color or transparency)

Left Tools (vertical bar)​

ToolShortcutUse
SelectVSelect and move items; multi-select with Shift+click
HandHPan the canvas
BrushBPaint a mask for inpainting on images
EraserEErase parts of a mask
MarqueeMSelect a rectangular area for masking
TextTAdd text to the canvas
RectangleRDraw a rectangle
EllipseODraw a circle or ellipse
LineLDraw a line
FrameFDraw a frame (container for grouping)

Shows different options depending on selection:

  • No selection: Frame list and layer hierarchy
  • Single item: Item actions — Creative upscale, Remove background, Vectorize, Export, color adjustments, mask controls
  • Multiple items: Group, Merge, Creative upscale, Run same prompts

Bottom Prompt Bar​

The main input area for AI generation:

  • Prompt field — Describe what you want to generate
  • Creation type — Image, Video, or Audio
  • Model picker — Choose the AI model (or open Model Hub)
  • Settings — Aspect ratio, image count, color palette (when supported)
  • Generate — Start generation

Before You Start: API Key Setup​

AI features need a FAL API key:

  1. Get a key at fal.ai.
  2. Open Project Settings (or AI Provider Settings in the Chat panel).
  3. Add your FAL API key.
  4. Save and verify the key if prompted.

Without the key, AI generation will not work.

Creating Content​

Generate an Image​

  1. Open the AI Image Editor.
  2. Choose Image as the creation type in the bottom bar.
  3. Click the model name to pick a model (e.g. Flux Dev, Recraft V3), or open Model Hub for more.
  4. Type a description in the prompt (e.g. "A sunset over mountains, digital art style").
  5. Adjust Aspect ratio or Image count if the model supports it.
  6. Click Generate.

The result appears on the canvas. You can generate more and build up multiple items.

Generate Video or Audio​

  1. In the bottom bar, select Video or Audio as the creation type.
  2. Pick the appropriate model (e.g. Kling for video).
  3. Enter your prompt.
  4. Adjust any model-specific options.
  5. Click Generate.

Add References (Image-to-Image)​

Some models accept reference images:

  1. Before generating, add one or more reference images in the reference slots next to the prompt.
  2. Write your prompt.
  3. Generate. The AI will use the references to guide the result.

Editing with Inpainting​

Inpainting changes specific regions of an image using AI.

  1. Select an image on the canvas.
  2. Pick Brush (B) or Eraser (E).
  3. Paint the area to change — where you paint is where the model edits.
  4. In the right sidebar, choose the Inpainting model.
  5. Type your edit instruction in the prompt bar (e.g. "Make this area blue").
  6. Click Apply Edit or Generate.

Use Clear mask in the right sidebar to remove the mask and start over.

Working with Layers​

Layer List​

  • The right sidebar lists layers for the active frame.
  • Layers are ordered from bottom to top (top layers draw over lower ones).
  • Click a layer to select it.

Reordering Layers​

  • Move up / Move down — Change stacking order.
  • Drag — Reorder layers in the list.

Grouping and Merging​

  • Group — With 2+ items selected, group them so they move and transform together.
  • Ungroup — Separate a grouped set.
  • Merge layers — Combine selected layers into one image (for images only).

Utilities (Right Sidebar)​

When an image is selected:

ActionDescription
Creative upscaleUpscale with AI to improve detail
Remove backgroundRemove the background
VectorizeConvert to SVG (useful for logos, icons)
ExportExport as PNG, JPG, or SVG (for vectorized images)
ExplodeSplit a grouped item into separate layers
Clear maskClear the inpainting mask

Frames and Canvases​

Frames​

  • Frames are separate design areas on the canvas.
  • Use Add frame in the top toolbar to create new frames.
  • Select a frame to work on its layers.
  • Frames can contain their own layers, including nested frames (groups).

Canvases​

  • Canvases are different projects or versions of your work.
  • Click Canvases in the top toolbar.
  • Create new canvases or switch between them.
  • Each canvas has its own frames and content.

Color Adjustments​

For selected images:

  1. In the right sidebar, enable Adjust colors.
  2. Change Hue, Saturation, Brightness, Contrast, and Opacity.
  3. Changes are non-destructive and can be reset.

Keyboard Shortcuts​

ShortcutAction
VSelect tool
HHand (pan) tool
BBrush tool
EEraser tool
TText tool
RRectangle tool
OEllipse tool
LLine tool
MMarquee tool
Delete / BackspaceDelete selected items
Cmd+Z (Win: Ctrl+Z)Undo
Cmd+Shift+Z (Win: Ctrl+Shift+Z)Redo

Shortcuts do not apply when typing in a text field.

Export​

  1. Export frame — In the top toolbar, click Export to export the whole frame.
  2. Export item — Select an item, then use Export in the right sidebar.
  3. Formats:
    • PNG — Raster image
    • JPG — Compressed raster
    • SVG — Vector (only for vectorized images)

Model Hub​

  1. Click the model name in the bottom prompt bar.
  2. Click Model Hub (or Browse models).
  3. Browse by category, search, or use favorites.
  4. Click a model to select it for generation.

Tips​

  • Undo/Redo — Up to 50 steps for canvas changes.
  • Multi-select — Hold Shift and click to select multiple items.
  • Wheel zoom — Scroll to zoom in or out on the canvas.
  • Pan — Use the Hand tool (H) or middle-click and drag.
  • Non-destructive — Color adjustments and many edits do not overwrite the original data.
  • Inpainting model — Use the right sidebar to pick a different model for inpainting if results are not satisfactory.

Troubleshooting​

IssueWhat to try
Generation failsCheck your FAL API key in settings
No model optionsEnsure the API key is valid and you have network access
Slow generationDepends on model and server load; video/audio usually take longer
Mask not workingMake sure an image is selected and the Brush or Marquee tool is active
Export not availableConfirm at least one item or frame is selected

Where to Find More Help​

  • Project Settings — Configure API keys and providers.
  • Chat Panel — Ask the AI assistant for help or use image tools from chat.
  • XGENIA documentation and community resources for additional support.