Collection of GPT-image-generator 2.0 issues, bugs, and work-around tips (check first post)

lexinik:

What do you mean via the API btw?

Good question—don’t hesitate to ask. Others often have the same uncertainty but may not speak up.

For context, there are two related concepts here:

ChatGPT (UI-based image creation) This refers to generating images directly within ChatGPT using its built-in tools.

FAQ: Images in ChatGPT

API usage The API refers to interacting with the same underlying models programmatically (e.g., from your own code or applications), rather than through the ChatGPT interface.

For example, OpenAI provides cookbook-style guides demonstrating how to use image models such as gpt-image-2 via the API:

developers.openai.com

GPT Image Generation Models Prompting Guide

OpenAI's gpt-image generation models are designed for production-quality visuals and highly controllable creative workflows. They are well-s

I asked about the API because a ChatGPT subscription does not include access to the API. The API is funded via a separate account, commonly pay as you go and bills in the tens of thousands for long running tasks or for heavy usage are not uncommon.