Dola Seedream

SKILL.md

---
name: dola-seedream
description: Generate high-quality images from text prompts using BytePlus Seedream models. Supports multiple artistic styles and aspect ratios. Use this skill when users want to create images from text descriptions, generate artwork in various styles, create visual content for creative projects, or need AI-powered image generation capabilities.
license: MIT
tags: ["image-generation", "seedream", "dola", "byteplus", "ai-art", "text-to-image", "image-to-image"]
---

# dola-seedream

## Description

Generate high-quality images from text prompts using BytePlus Seedream models. This skill provides access to three powerful Seedream model versions (4.0, 4.5, and 5.0), each offering unique capabilities for different use cases.

## When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when:

- Users want to create images from text descriptions
- Users need to generate artwork in various artistic styles
- Users want to create visual content for creative projects
- Users need AI-powered image generation capabilities
- Users want to convert reference images to different styles
- Users need to generate multiple images in batch
- Users require high-quality, professional-looking images

## Model Versions

| Version  | Model Name          | Release Date  | Recommendation | Best For                                           |
| -------- | ------------------- | ------------- | -------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| 4.0      | seedream-4-0-250828 | August 2025   | ⭐⭐⭐         | Daily use, supports 1K/2K/4K and Fast mode         |
| 4.5      | seedream-4-5-251128 | November 2025 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐       | Detail-oriented, supports 2K/4K                    |
| 5.0-lite | seedream-5-0-260128 | 2026          | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐     | Highest quality, supports 2K/3K and PNG output     |

## Features

- **Text-to-Image**: Generate images from detailed text descriptions
- **Image-to-Image**: Transform reference images (up to 14) into new creations
- **Batch Generation**: Create multiple related images in a single request (up to 15)
- **Flexible Resolution**: Support for resolution presets (1K, 2K, 3K, 4K) or custom sizes
- **Multiple Versions**: Choose from 4.0, 4.5, or 5.0-lite models
- **Watermark Control**: Option to disable watermarks
- **Output Formats**: PNG and JPEG formats (5.0-lite only)
- **Prompt Optimization**: Choose between `standard` and `fast` (for 4.0) modes

## Installation & Setup

### Prerequisites

```bash
# Required: API Key configuration (Get from BytePlus Console)
export ARK_DOLA_API_KEY="your-api-key-here"
```

## Usage

### Command Line

```bash
python scripts/seedream_image_generate.py -p "A cute kitten playing in a garden" --version 5.0
```

## Command Line Options

| Option              | Shortcut | Description                                     | Default      |
| ------------------- | -------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ------------ |
| `--prompt`          | `-p`     | Image description text (required)               | -            |
| `--version`         | `-v`     | Version selection: `4.0`, `4.5`, `5.0-lite`     | `5.0-lite`   |
| `--size`            | `-s`     | Image dimensions (1K/2K/3K/4K or WxH)           | `2K`         |
| `--image`           | `-i`     | Single reference image URL                      | -            |
| `--images`          | -        | Multiple reference image URLs (space separated) | -            |
| `--group`           | `-g`     | Enable batch image generation                   | `false`      |
| `--max-images`      | -        | Maximum images for batch generation             | `15`         |
| `--output-format`   | -        | Output format: `png` or `jpeg` (5.0-lite only)  | `jpeg`       |
| `--response-format` | -        | Response format: `url` or `b64_json`            | `url`        |
| `--prompt-mode`     | -        | Prompt optimization mode: `standard` or `fast`  | `standard`   |
| `--timeout`         | `-t`     | Timeout in seconds                              | `1200`       |
| `--no-watermark`    | -        | Disable watermark                               | `false`      |
| `--stream`          | -        | Enable server-side streaming                    | `false`      |

## Python API Usage

```python
import asyncio
from scripts.seedream_image_generate import seedream_generate

async def main():
    # Generate image using 5.0 version
    result = await seedream_generate([
        {
            "prompt": "A futuristic city landscape",
            "size": "2048x2048",
            "output_format": "png"
        }
    ], version="5.0")

    print(result)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(main())
```

## Version Selection Guide

### Choose 4.0 if:

- You need quick daily generation
- Quality requirements are not extremely high
- You need faster generation speed
- Simple scenes and styles

### Choose 4.5 if:

- You want richer details
- You're working with complex scenes
- You need better style reproduction
- You have moderate quality requirements

### Choose 5.0 (Recommended) if:

- You want the highest quality
- You need breakthrough creative expression
- You have extreme detail requirements
- **You need tools parameter (like web search)** ⭐
- **You need custom output format (png/jpeg)** ⭐
- Important projects and work

**When in doubt, use 5.0!** ⭐

## Prompt Engineering Tips

### Basic Prompt Structure

```
[Subject Description] + [Style/Art Movement] + [Lighting/Atmosphere] + [Quality/Resolution]
```

### Advanced Prompts (Optimized for 5.0)

```
[Subject Description], [Creative Style/Art Movement], [Unique Perspective/Composition], [Special Lighting/Atmosphere], [Emphasizing 5.0 creative expression]
```

## Parameter Support by Version

| Parameter                           | Seedream 4.0 | Seedream 4.5 | Seedream 5.0 | Description                        |
| ----------------------------------- | ------------ | ------------ | ------------ | ---------------------------------- |
| model                               | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Model name                         |
| prompt                              | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Prompt (required)                  |
| image                               | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Reference image(s)                 |
| size                                | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Image dimensions                   |
| sequential_image_generation         | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Batch generation control           |
| sequential_image_generation_options | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Batch generation config            |
| response_format                     | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Response format (url/b64_json)     |
| watermark                           | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Watermark (true/false)             |
| stream                              | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Streaming output                   |
| optimize_prompt_options             | ✅           | ✅           | ✅           | Prompt optimization config         |
| **tools**                           | ❌           | ❌           | **✅**       | Tool configuration (5.0 only)      |
| **output_format**                   | ❌           | ❌           | **✅**       | Output format (png/jpeg, 5.0 only) |

## FAQ

### Q: What's the difference between the versions?

A: 4.0 is for quick daily use, 4.5 offers better details for complex scenes, and 5.0 provides the highest quality with unique tools support.

### Q: How long are generated URLs valid?

A: URLs are valid for 24 hours. Please download and save your images promptly.

### Q: What image formats are supported for references?

A: Common formats like JPG and PNG are supported, provided via URL or Base64.

### Q: Can I use multiple versions in one call?

A: Currently, only one version per call. For comparisons, make separate calls for different versions.

## License

This skill is licensed under the Apache License 2.0. See the LICENSE file for details.

## Notice

Please comply with BytePlus's terms of service and relevant laws and regulations when using this skill.