V1.4 | Unlock Powerful New Features in photoshop Comfyui Ai

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26 Jun 202408:57

TLDRNima introduces V1.4 of the ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin, highlighting new features such as a sleek slider design, enhanced workflow with three new buttons, and the ability to modify the backend directly within Photoshop. The plugin allows for AI-generated images with adjustable creativity levels and line control to maintain character details. It also supports double rendering for better color consistency and a 2D-to-3D style effect. Users can install the plugin via ZXP Installer and join a Discord community for shared workflows and updates.

Takeaways

  • 🎉 The ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin has been updated to version 1.4 with powerful new features.
  • 🔄 A sleek new slider design in the user interface allows users to see exact values right below the slider.
  • 🔑 Three new buttons in the UI are introduced to significantly enhance the workflow.
  • 🖌️ The plugin includes image-to-image line control to preserve details even at 100% creativity.
  • 🎨 Users can adjust the creativity level to balance between detail preservation and AI-generated output.
  • 👁️ A trick to fix detail issues is to decrease creativity and double render with lower creativity for better results.
  • 🌐 A button allows users to access and modify the ComfyUI backend directly within Photoshop.
  • 🛠️ Customization options are available in the backend, including presets and style inputs like Van Gogh style.
  • ⚙️ The gear button opens a settings page for connection, prompts, UI customization, and size limits.
  • 📱 The plugin supports using Photoshop on different devices with a local backend for ComfyUI.
  • 🔄 An option to fix mask edges and a quick reload feature without restarting Photoshop is included.
  • 👨‍💻 The community is encouraged to share workflows and provide feedback for future updates on the open-source plugin.

Q & A

  • What is the main purpose of the ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin?

    -The main purpose of the ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin is to enhance the user experience by introducing new features that make it easier to work with AI-generated images in Photoshop.

  • What is the new user interface update mentioned in the script?

    -The new user interface update includes a sleek new slider design with exact value visibility right below each slider, which provides a more intuitive and precise control over the adjustments.

  • How does the image-to-image line control feature work in the plugin?

    -The image-to-image line control feature allows users to maintain the details of the original image while applying AI-generated effects, ensuring that the character's details are preserved even at 100% creativity.

  • What is the trick mentioned for fixing issues with high creativity values?

    -The trick is to decrease the creativity to a lower value, such as 45, to achieve better-looking shapes, shadows, and details without losing the original colors of the image.

  • How can users access and modify the backend of ComfyUI without switching to a browser?

    -Users can click on a specific button within the plugin to have the ComfyUI web app integrated directly into Photoshop, allowing for modifications to the backend as desired.

  • What is the significance of the 2D-to-3D style trick demonstrated in the script?

    -The 2D-to-3D style trick allows users to render the background multiple times for more detail while keeping the character in a cartoony style, creating a unique visual effect.

  • What does the gear button in the plugin provide access to?

    -The gear button provides access to a settings page where users can manage connections, prompts, user interface options, size limits, mask edge fixing, and plugin reloading options.

  • How can users install the ComfyUI Photoshop node?

    -Users can install the ComfyUI Photoshop node by navigating to the custom node manager page, searching for 'Photoshop', finding the node made by Nima with the ID of 423, and pressing the install button.

  • What should users do if they encounter any red nodes after installing the plugin?

    -If users see any red nodes, they should go to the ComfyUI Manager, click on 'Install Missing Custom Nodes', check all missing nodes, and press 'Install', then restart ComfyUI.

  • How can users contribute to the development of the plugin and stay updated?

    -Users can join the Discord community where they can share their workflows, get updates, and provide feedback on the plugin's development.

  • What is the process for users to install the plugin in Photoshop?

    -To install the plugin in Photoshop, users should navigate to the ComfyUI folder, find the 'Install Plugin' folder, and double-click on the CCX file to install it using the ZXP Installer or Creative Cloud Plugin Installer.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 ComfyUI Photoshop Plugin Update Overview

Nima introduces new features for the ComfyUI Photoshop plugin, highlighting the updated user interface with a sleek slider design and exact value display. He demonstrates the plugin's functionality using an image of SpongeBob, showcasing the image-to-image line control feature that preserves details even at high creativity levels. Nima also explains how to adjust creativity for better detail preservation and shares a trick for achieving a 2D-to-3D style effect. Additionally, he introduces a button that allows users to access and modify the ComfyUI web app within Photoshop, and mentions the ability to add custom presets and styles, such as the Van Gogh style, to the plugin.

05:05

🛠️ Setting Up and Customizing ComfyUI Photoshop Plugin

The second paragraph details the setup process for the ComfyUI plugin, starting with the installation of ComfyUI and ComfyUI Manager. It guides users on how to update, install, and run the Photoshop node for ComfyUI. The paragraph also covers troubleshooting steps for resolving issues like missing custom nodes or errors related to model downloads. Nima provides instructions for accessing the plugin within Photoshop by navigating to the ComfyUI folder and installing the plugin using the Creative Cloud Plugin Installer. The summary concludes with an invitation to join the Discord community for sharing workflows and an encouragement for viewers to provide feedback for future updates.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡ComfyUI

ComfyUI refers to a user interface designed for comfort and ease of use. In the context of the video, it is a plugin for Photoshop that enhances the user experience with new features and a sleek design. The script mentions ComfyUI multiple times, highlighting its role in the video's theme of introducing powerful new features for Photoshop users.

💡Photoshop plugin

A Photoshop plugin is an additional software component that integrates with Adobe Photoshop to extend its functionality. The video script discusses the new features of the ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin, emphasizing its ability to improve the creative workflow of designers and artists.

💡AI panel

The AI panel mentioned in the script is a user interface element within Photoshop that allows users to interact with artificial intelligence features provided by the ComfyUI plugin. It is part of the updated user interface and is central to the plugin's functionality.

💡Slider design

The term 'slider design' refers to a type of user interface control that allows users to select a value by moving a slider. In the video, the sleek new slider design is highlighted as a user interface update, making it easier for users to adjust settings and see the exact value of the slider in the ComfyUI plugin.

💡Workflow

Workflow in this context refers to the sequence of steps taken to complete a task or project. The video script discusses how the ComfyUI plugin can significantly enhance a user's workflow in Photoshop, particularly with the introduction of new buttons and features that streamline the creative process.

💡Image-to-image line control

Image-to-image line control is a feature that allows users to maintain the details of the original image while applying AI-generated effects. The script describes how this feature works, ensuring that the character details are preserved even at high levels of creativity.

💡Creativity

In the context of the video, 'creativity' refers to the degree of AI-generated variation from the original input image. The script explains how adjusting the creativity slider can affect the output, allowing users to find a balance between original details and AI-enhanced creativity.

💡2D-to-3D style

The term '2D-to-3D style' is used in the script to describe a transformation that gives a two-dimensional image a three-dimensional appearance. The video demonstrates a trick to achieve this effect using the ComfyUI plugin, enhancing the visual appeal of the AI-generated output.

💡ComfyUI web app

The ComfyUI web app is an online version of the plugin that can be integrated within Photoshop, allowing users to modify the backend without switching to a browser. The script shows how to access and use this web app to customize the plugin's settings.

💡Preset

A preset in the context of the video is a pre-configured setting or style that can be applied to an image. The script mentions adding a preset using an IP adapter to the plugin, and also the ability to create custom presets and apply them to any image, like the Van Gogh style.

💡Custom nodes

Custom nodes are user-defined components in the ComfyUI backend that can be installed and used to extend functionality. The script explains how to install the ComfyUI Photoshop node, which is necessary for using the plugin within Photoshop.

💡Discord community

The Discord community mentioned in the script is a platform where users of the ComfyUI plugin can share workflows and collaborate. It serves as a hub for users to improve the open-source plugin and stay updated with its development.

Highlights

Introduction of new features in ComfyUI for Photoshop plugin by Nima.

AI panel in Photoshop with a sleek new slider design and exact value display.

Three buttons in the panel to significantly enhance workflow.

Demonstration of AI-generated SpongeBob using image-to-image line control.

Adjustability of creativity to maintain character details at 100% creativity.

Technique to fix detail issues by decreasing creativity for better shape and shadow rendering.

Double rendering trick for high creativity and cartoony style preservation.

Integration of ComfyUI directly within Photoshop for backend modifications.

Ability to add presets using IP adapter to the plugin.

Customization options in the gear button settings for connection, prompt, and UI.

Option to set input image size limits for optimal AI performance.

Feature to fix mask edge for smoother results.

Option to reload the plugin without restarting Photoshop.

Instructions on installing and updating ComfyUI and its Photoshop node.

Solution for errors related to model downloads and requirements.

Accessing the plugin inside Photoshop through the ComfyUI folder.

Invitation to join the Discord community for shared workflows and updates.

Call for feedback on desired features for the next update.