Step-by-Step Guide: Installing ControlNet 1.1

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Installing Automatic 1111
3. Installing Control Net
4. Downloading the Models
5. Placing Files in the Appropriate Location
6. Adding Other Extensions
7. Exploring Control Net
8. Testing Control Net
9. Additional Features and Extensions
10. Conclusion

Installing Control Net for AI Image Generation

Control Net has become an essential tool for AI image generation. In this article, we will guide You through the process of installing Control Net in Automatic 1111. If you don't have Automatic 1111 installed, we have provided a link in the description below to help you get started. Once you have Automatic 1111 up and running, simply navigate to the "Extensions" section within the application. Make sure to check for updates to ensure all installed extensions are up to date.

Next, click on the "Available" tab and select "Load from" in the "Install" tab. Enter "Control Net" in the extension URL box and click on "Load from" to install the Control Net extension. If you encounter any issues finding the extension, you can alternatively paste the extension URL in the provided box. After the installation is complete, go back to the "Install" tab and double-check for updates. Once all extensions are up to date, click on "Apply" and restart the UI.

Upon restarting, you will see a section for Control Net with a drop-down menu for its settings. However, before using Control Net, you need to download the required models. These models can be found on hugging face. You can choose to download all the models or select specific ones. For basic Control Net posing, we recommend downloading the "depth", "kany", and "open pose" models.

To place the downloaded models in the appropriate location, navigate to your Stable Diffusion UI folder and open the "Extensions" folder. Inside, you will find a "Models" folder. Copy the downloaded model files into this folder. Once the files are copied, restart Automatic 1111 to complete the installation.

With Control Net installed, you have access to a range of additional extensions that can enhance your AI image generation experience. Some notable extensions include QR code generator, open pose editor, and Segment Anything. These extensions can be installed by following the same process Mentioned earlier.

To test Control Net, you can input a prompt, choose the desired aspect ratio and number of steps, and select the Control Net option from the drop-down menu. Experiment with different settings and Prompts to generate unique images. Control Net offers different modes such as "canny", "depth", and "pose", each focusing on different aspects of image generation.

In conclusion, Control Net is a powerful tool for AI image generation in Automatic 1111. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can successfully install Control Net and explore its various features. With additional extensions and the ability to customize prompts, Control Net opens up a world of creative possibilities for AI-generated images.