Which AI tools does this work with?

The sources used it with ChatGPT.

Where did this come from?

OpenAI (OpenAI Help Center). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.

Checklist Images and designIntermediate · 3 min

Checklist for editing images in ChatGPT

Steps to ensure effective image editing using ChatGPT's tools.

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Select the image to edit (generated or uploaded).
Use the selection tool for precise area targeting (optional).
Describe the desired changes clearly in the chat.
Specify if the edit should apply to a particular area if not using the selection tool.
Review the edited image for accuracy.
Request further changes if needed.

Select the image to edit (generated or uploaded).
Use the selection tool for precise area targeting (optional).
Describe the desired changes clearly in the chat.
Specify if the edit should apply to a particular area if not using the selection tool.
Review the edited image for accuracy.
Request further changes if needed.

Before or after

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Context

Editing images within ChatGPT.

What it does and when to use it

Follow this checklist when editing images in ChatGPT. It covers selecting the image, using selection tools, describing edits, and reviewing the results for accuracy and further refinement.

Why it works

Ensures a systematic approach to image editing, prompting the user to consider all necessary steps for achieving the desired modifications.

When not to use it

When creating a new image from scratch rather than modifying an existing one.

Sources and credit

Images in ChatGPT ↗OpenAI · OpenAI Help Center · Sep 6, 2026 · paraphrased

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Where it shows up

Images in ChatGPTOpenAI · OpenAI Help Center · Sep 6, 2026

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Which AI tools does this work with?: The sources used it with ChatGPT.
Where did this come from?: OpenAI (OpenAI Help Center). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.

Checklist for editing images in ChatGPT

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