Midjourney V8.1 Parameter Cheatsheet: --hd --raw --chaos --stylize

This tutorial packs the most-used Midjourney V8.1 parameters into an actionable cheatsheet—ideal if you can already generate images and want tighter control.

--hd: Native ~2K

• What it does: Higher-resolution output (around 2048px)
• How to use: Enable it in settings, or append --hd to the prompt
• Tip: Explore in SD; switch to HD when you finalize

--raw: Dial Down Default Aesthetics

• What it does: Reduces default style wrapping and improves prompt adherence
• Best for: Products, architecture, neutral storyboards, realistic control
• Note: This is not “sharper”—it is “less filter”

--chaos: Amount of Variation

• What it does: Increases result diversity
• Tip: Raise it for brainstorming; lower it when converging on delivery

--stylize: Stylization Strength

• What it does: Controls how strongly the model’s aesthetics intervene
• Tip: With Personalization on, try higher values so your aesthetic profile leads more

Parameters You Should Not Port Into V8.1

• --q / --q 4: not supported in V8.1
• Legacy character-reference workflows: switch to personalization and style-reference approaches instead

Practice Assignment

Using the same subject prompt, generate:

1. Default
2. --raw
3. --stylize 250
4. --chaos 40

Log the differences and build your own parameter intuition card.