Midjourney AI Easiest How To - Access and Subscription options (Updated for Feb 2023)

The speaker introduces the video, explaining that while it’s different from their usual content, it’s more of a how-to guide on accessing Mid-Journey, a popular AI image generation tool. The speaker shares initial thoughts on the AI image generation trend, noting that while the images are impressive, they often require post-processing. The main aim of the video is to provide a straightforward tutorial on accessing and using Mid-Journey, especially for those intimidated by the platform.

The speaker shares their journey into AI image generation, explaining that while initially uninterested, a specific project required an image that they couldn’t find online. This led them to explore Mid-Journey. After facing initial confusion and outdated tutorials, they decided to create an updated video to explain how to access Mid-Journey and subscribe to its services. They also mention they will discuss the benefits of subscribing to a paid plan.

The speaker walks the viewer through the process of setting up a Discord account, which is required to use Mid-Journey. They explain how Discord works, its popularity, and how to access it via a web browser. The step-by-step guide includes creating a server, verifying the account, and understanding basic Discord navigation. The speaker emphasizes keeping the Discord window open throughout the process.

This section explains how to join the Mid-Journey server on Discord. The speaker guides the viewer through finding and joining the server, navigating through the public chat room, and handling pop-ups. The process involves proving you’re not a bot, joining a ‘newcomer’ room, and starting to interact with Mid-Journey’s AI by typing image generation commands using a special prompt ('/imagine').

The speaker describes generating images in the public chat room by typing their name as a prompt. They discuss how the generated images may not match expectations, highlighting the benefit of a private server for more personalized and focused interactions. A subscription is required to access private rooms where users can generate images without the distractions of a public chat.

The viewer is instructed to log into Mid-Journey via a web browser after joining the server on Discord. The speaker explains how to authorize Mid-Journey using Discord credentials, access their homepage, and explore the Community Showcase, where users can view AI-generated images and the prompts used to create them. This provides inspiration and ideas for creating custom prompts.

The speaker explains the two main reasons for subscribing to Mid-Journey: avoiding the crowded public server and accessing unlimited image generations. They highlight that the free version only allows 25 images, while the subscription provides more convenience and unlimited relaxed image generations. For the speaker, paying $30 a month is worth the convenience and access to a private chat room.

This section breaks down the various subscription options for Mid-Journey, including basic, standard, and pro plans. The speaker explains GPU usage, fast vs. relaxed generations, and advises viewers to start with the free version to learn the basics before committing to a subscription. They suggest the $30 monthly plan as the best option for those who want to generate a large number of images.

The speaker provides a quick tutorial on subscribing to Mid-Journey, including managing subscription settings and payment options. They emphasize the importance of selecting the correct plan and discuss the benefits of month-to-month billing versus yearly commitments. They also link to helpful resources in the video description and demonstrate using the private chat to generate images. The video concludes with a reminder to like and subscribe.