Extensions to Optimize Your Stable Diffusion UI Workflow

In the world of stable diffusion, having the right set of extensions can greatly enhance your creative process and generate captivating images. In this blog post, we'll explore several useful extensions that can make your experience with stable diffusion smoother and more efficient. From managing generated images to dynamically varying prompts, these extensions will revolutionize the way you experiment with stable diffusion algorithms.

The Image Browser extension provides a convenient way to access and manage the prompts and settings used for any generated image. Let's delve into the installation process and explore its key features.

Installation and Setup

To install the Image Browser extension, navigate to the extension tab, select 'Available' and click on the "Load from:" button. A list of available extensions will appear.

• Search for "Image Browser" and click on "Install."

After installation, go to the 'Installed' tab and click "Apply and restart UI" to restart the user interface (UI).

Accessing Generated Images and Details

Once the extension is installed, locate and click on "Image Browser" located at the top of the page. By clicking on "First Page" you'll gain access to a collection of previously generated images. You also have to option to navigate between all your generated images using the "Prev Page" and "Next Page" Buttons.

Selecting an image allows you to view specific details regarding its Generation Info:

• The prompt
• Sampler
• The Model
• Other relevant settings

Example of the Generation Info:

Moreover, you can conveniently send the image to different tabs such as "Text to Image Tab", "Image to Image", "Inpaint", "ControlNet" or "Extras" for up-scaling.

The Aspect Ratio Helper extension comes in handy when you need to resize images while maintaining a specific aspect ratio. Let's explore its installation process and practical use cases.

Installation and Configuration

To install the Aspect Ratio Helper extension, again navigate to the extension tab, select 'Available' and click on the "Load from:" button. A list of available extensions will appear.

• Search for "Aspect Ratio Helper" and click on "Install."

After installation, go to the 'Installed' tab and click "Apply and restart UI" to restart the user interface (UI).

Once enabled, the extension provides various buttons that allow you to resize images easily.

Resizing Images with Different Ratios:

Using the Aspect Ratio Helper, you can effortlessly generate images with specific ratios. To select your desired aspect ratio (e.g., square ratio - 1:1, landscape ratio - 16:9) click on little square next to the width and height properties:

When the Aspect Ratio Helper is enabled, modifying either the width or height will automatically adjust the corresponding properties. For instance, if the aspect ratio is set to 1:1 and the height is changed to 700, the width will also be automatically adjusted to 700.

Now it is time to generate some amazing images using my selected 16:9 ratio. Load your prompts and click on "Generate". The resulting images will be in the chosen format.

Example 1 (16:9 ratio):

Example 2 (16:9 ratio):

The Booru Tag Autocompletion extension simplifies the process of adding tags to your prompts by providing autocomplete suggestions. Let's explore its installation process and how it enhances prompt creation.

Enhancing Prompt Creation with Autocomplete

To install the Booru Tag Autocompletion extension, again navigate to the extension tab, select 'Available' and click on the "Load from:" button. A list of available extensions will appear.

• Search for "Booru Tag Autocompletion" and click on "Install."

After installation, go to the 'Installed' tab and click "Apply and restart UI" to restart the user interface (UI).

The Booru Tag Autocompletion extension will automatically provide autocomplete options as you type in your prompts. The suggestions not only expedite the tagging process but also display the popularity of each tag, aiding in selecting the most relevant ones.

Example (when typing "high" in the prompt):

You have the option to click on the suggested prompts to automatically add them. More information about the Booru Tag Autocompletion extension can be found on the official Booru Tag Autocompletion github page.

We explored several essential extensions that can enhance stability diffusion workflows. The Image Browser extension allows for easy access to generated images and their specific details, while the Aspect Ratio Helper extension simplifies resizing images to desired ratios. Lastly, the Booru Tag Autocompletion extension provides autocomplete suggestions, making prompt creation more efficient.

By leveraging these extensions, stable diffusion practitioners can streamline their workflow, experiment with various prompts and settings, and unleash their creativity. Happy exploring!