Priyanka Tiwari
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After a short delay, OpenAI appears to have begun rolling out native image generation in ChatGPT to free-tier users. While there’s no official statement yet from OpenAI or CEO Sam Altman, tests across multiple free ChatGPT accounts show that the feature is functional and delivers results smoothly.
The feature was initially released to ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team users globally on March 26, sparking viral content where users transformed real-life photos into Studio Ghibli-style anime images.
How to Create Ghibli-Style AI Images Using ChatGPT
Follow these simple steps to generate animated Ghibli-style art:
Visit the ChatGPT website or open the mobile app.
Upload an image using the '+' icon in the bottom-left corner.
Type: “Ghiblify this” or “Turn this image into Studio Ghibli theme.”
Download the result using the provided download button.
This process allows users to convert photos into richly detailed, anime-style visuals reminiscent of Japan’s iconic Studio Ghibli films.
What Is Native Image Generation?
Unlike previous image generation which used external tools like DALL·E 3, native image generation allows ChatGPT to create and modify images directly using its multimodal GPT-4o model.
Benefits of native image generation include:
Better visual detail and consistency
Integration with ChatGPT’s knowledge base for smarter results
Refinement through ongoing conversation
Support for 10–20 distinct objects in a single image
Daily Limit for Free Users
Though the feature is now accessible to free users, OpenAI has capped usage at three image generations per day due to high server demand. CEO Sam Altman previously noted this load was "melting GPUs," prompting limitations for both free and paid users.
Why This Matters
The rollout of native image creation to free users is a major step in democratizing advanced AI tools, giving creatives, designers, and casual users alike access to high-quality visual content generation. With text-based prompts and image inputs, users can now engage in a much more dynamic and interactive visual experience.
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