# Image Upscaling ### How to Upscale Images Inside Chat Video Pro {% embed url="" %} ### How It Works 1. **Have an image** - Generated image or uploaded image 2. **Click the "Transform" button** - On the image thumbnail 3. **Select upscaling model** - Choose Topaz, Recraft, or Sima 4. **Set scale factor** - 1.5×, 2×, 3×, or 4× (varies by model) 5. **Configure settings** - Model-specific options 6. **Upscale** - Click to start upscaling 7. **Get result** - Higher resolution image
### Natural Language Upscaling You can also upscale using natural language: * **"Upscale this image"** - Automatically uses Recraft Crisp Upscale * **"Enhance the quality"** - Upscales the image * **"Make this higher resolution"** - Increases resolution The AI automatically detects your intent and routes to upscaling. ### Supported Models
ModelScale FactorsBest ForSpecial Features
Topaz Image Upscaler1.5×, 2×, 3×, 4×Industry standard, high qualityFace enhancement, multiple models
Recraft Crisp Upscale2×, 4×General purpose, sharp resultsFast, reliable
Sima Upscaler2×, 4×High-quality upscalingExcellent detail preservation
SWIN2SR2×, 4×Super-resolutionMultiple task modes
### Model-Specific Settings #### Topaz Image Upscaler **Available Models:** * **Standard V2** (Recommended) - General purpose * **High Fidelity V2** - Maximum detail preservation * **Low Resolution V2** - Best for very low-res images * **CGI** - Optimized for computer-generated images * **Text Refine** - Best for images with text * **Recovery V2** - Restore damaged/compressed images **Settings:** * **Scale factor:** 1.5×, 2×, 3×, or 4× * **Face enhancement:** On/Off (enhances faces automatically) * **Output format:** JPEG or PNG **Best for:** * Professional work * Maximum quality * Face photos * Text-heavy images #### Recraft Crisp Upscale (Detail-focused) **Settings:** * **Scale factor:** 2× or 4× * **Safety checker:** Optional **Best for:** * General upscaling * Quick results * Balanced quality/speed #### SWIN2SR (Restore) **Task Modes:** * **Classical SR** - Standard super-resolution * **Real-world SR** - Real-world image enhancement * **Compressed SR** - Restore compressed images **Best for:** * Specialized use cases * Compressed image restoration * Real-world photo enhancement ### Use Cases #### Enhancing Generated Images **Example:** * Generate an image at 1024×1024 * Click "Transform" → Select Topaz * Set scale to 2× * Upscale to 2048×2048 * Result: Higher resolution for print/web #### Restoring Low-Resolution Images **Example:** * Upload low-res image (e.g., 640×480) * Use the Topaz "Low Resolution V2" model * Set scale to 4× * Upscale to 2560×1920 * Result: Restored, enhanced image #### Preparing for Print **Example:** * Have an image at screen resolution * Use Topaz "High Fidelity V2" * Set scale to 3× or 4× * Upscale to print resolution * Result: Print-ready high-res image #### Face Enhancement **Example:** * Upload a portrait photo * Use Topaz with face enhancement enabled * Set scale to 2× * Upscale * Result: Enhanced face details ### Scale Factor Guidelines #### 1.5× Upscaling **Use when:** * Slight resolution increase needed * Quick enhancement * Maintaining file size * Minor quality boost #### 2× Upscaling **Use when:** * Standard upscaling * Doubling resolution * Most common use case * Good balance #### 3× Upscaling **Use when:** * Significant resolution increase * Preparing for large displays * High-quality output needed * More processing time #### 4× Upscaling **Use when:** * Maximum upscaling * Very low-res source images * Print preparation * Maximum quality needed ### Tips for Best Results 1. **Start with a quality source** - Better input = better output 2. **Choose an appropriate model** - Topaz for quality, Recraft for speed 3. **Match scale to needs** - Don't over-upscale unnecessarily 4. **Use face enhancement** - For portraits, enable face enhancement 5. **Consider output format** - PNG for quality, JPEG for size 6. **Test different models** - Some work better for specific image types 7. **Iterate if needed** - Can upscale multiple times if needed ### Common Workflows #### Quick Upscale 1. Have image 2. Click "Transform" 3. Select Recraft Crisp (fast) 4. Set 2× scale 5. Upscale 6. Done #### High-Quality Upscale 1. Have image 2. Click "Transform" 3. Select Topaz "High Fidelity V2" 4. Set 4× scale 5. Enable face enhancement (if portrait) 6. Upscale 7. Get maximum quality results #### Restoration Workflow 1. Upload damaged/low-res image 2. Click "Transform" 3. Select Topaz "Recovery V2" 4. Set an appropriate scale 5. Upscale 6. Restored image ### Troubleshooting #### "Upscaling is too slow." **Solutions:** * Use Recraft Crisp for faster results * Lower scale factor (2× instead of 4×) * Smaller images upscale faster * Check the internet connection #### "Quality not improved enough." **Solutions:** * Use Topaz "High Fidelity V2" model * Try a higher scale factor * Ensure the source image is of good quality * Try a different model (Sima for details) #### "Faces look distorted." **Solutions:** * Enable face enhancement (Topaz) * Use a lower scale factor * Try the "High Fidelity V2" model * Check source image quality #### "Upscaling not available." **Solutions:** * Ensure you have an image attached * Click the "Transform" button on the image * Check that upscaling models are available * Verify API keys are configured *** **Next:** Learn about [Thumbnail Mode](/features/image-generation/thumbnail-mode.md) for creating YouTube thumbnails.\ **Also see:** Learn how to [Upscale Videos.](/features/video-editing-tools/video-upscaling.md) --- # Agent Instructions: 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. 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