> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.theseaai.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.theseaai.com/tasks/variation.md).

# Variation

Explore new versions of your image in one step. Each one uses a different composition and angle.

***

<figure><img src="https://3377749587-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FOUQ3EAPIPziQuBKQgmTy%2Fuploads%2FkPgornQp7yJCafliPMzL%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=ea5071c3-505f-481a-ba35-bcd3b985392d" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

**Use Variation to explore different compositions and angles for:**

* **An image from Beachside:** Try new compositions and angles before you continue editing.
* **A photo from a shoot:** Turn a packshot or product photo into an alternative directions without rebuilding the scene.

{% hint style="info" %}
Variation is new. More ways to create variations are coming in future updates.
{% endhint %}

***

## How to use

<figure><img src="https://3377749587-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FOUQ3EAPIPziQuBKQgmTy%2Fuploads%2FZRGspi09XtHgtYwcTXAR%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=5880dea6-e6ba-4292-8c70-6b80097e283e" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

#### Select "Variation"

In the left task menu, select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Variation**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd>.

The Variation settings panel opens on the right.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Select an aspect ratio

Choose a ratio that suits your needs. Keep the current ratio if it works. Variations are created in 1K. You can get a 2K version later.

<details>

<summary><strong>Available aspect ratios</strong></summary>

* Square (1:1, 1024×1024px)
* Classic (4:3, 1184×864px)
* Photo (3:2, 1248×832px)
* Vertical Photo (2:3, 832×1248px)
* Flexible 5:4 (5:4, 1152×896px)
* Flexible 4:5 (4:5, 896×1152px)
* Vertical Classic (3:4, 864×1184px)
* Widescreen (21:9, 1536×672px)
* Portrait (9:16, 768×1344px)

</details>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Generate

Select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Generate**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd>.

Beachside generates all nine variations at once in a single loading state. Generation takes approximately 60 seconds.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Select the variations you want to keep

Hover over any variation to reveal the <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Use**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd> button. Select it to keep that variation. Each one you keep becomes its own full-resolution 2K scene, ready to continue editing or download.

You may keep as many variations as you want.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

***

## FAQ

<details>

<summary><strong>What does Variation change?</strong></summary>

Variation explores different compositions and angles from your source image. It does not change the subject or visual identity of the scene.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Will Variation work on images with people, or scenes without a product?</strong></summary>

Variation works best with product images, such as packshots. It also works with people and scenes without a clear product. However, these results may change the framing or subject more than expected.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Can I continue editing a variation I kept?</strong></summary>

Yes. After you select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Use**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd>, you can keep editing the variation, work with its layers, or download it.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Can I generate more than nine variations?</strong></summary>

Yes. In the Variation view, select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Generate more variations**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd>. A new set appears next to your first results for easy comparison.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Why are the variation previews smaller than my source image?</strong></summary>

Previews use a lower resolution for faster results. Don’t worry. The image returns to its expected size when you select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Use**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd>.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Will my variations appear in my Gallery?</strong></summary>

Only the variations you keep with <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Use**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd> are added to your Gallery. The rest remain in the variation grid and are not saved unless you select them.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>I asked for 9 variations and got less, why?</strong></summary>

Sometimes, Variation returns fewer than nine results. We show the results that are available. Select <kbd><mark style="color:$primary;">**Generate more variations**<mark style="color:$primary;"></kbd> to try again.

</details>


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter:

```
GET https://docs.theseaai.com/tasks/variation.md?ask=<question>&goal=<endgoal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.