# Understanding Credit Usage

### Usage 

In hippist AI, each action within a project consumes a specific amount of credits, allowing you to tailor and refine your images to achieve the desired result. Here’s a detailed breakdown of credit usage per action:

| **Action**        | **Credits Used** |
| ----------------- | ---------------- |
| **Prompt**        | 5                |
| **Prompt (Edit)** | 1                |
| **Background**    | 3                |
| **Expand**        | 3                |

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### **Explanation of Each Action**

* **Prompt (5 Credits)**: This is the primary action used to generate an initial image based on your selected model, styling, and background preferences. It serves as the foundation for creating unique visuals.
* **Prompt (Edit) (1 Credit)**: Allows you to refine or adjust an existing prompt, making it easy to make minor changes without starting over from scratch. It’s a cost-effective option for enhancing specific details in an image.
* **Background (3 Credits)**: Change the background to suit different contexts, events, or seasons. This action is ideal for adapting an image to match various campaigns or stylistic needs.
* **Expand (3 Credits)**: Expand the frame of your image, adjusting the composition to add elements or create different versions of an image for testing and A/B purposes.

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### **Maximizing Your Credits**

To make the most of your credits:

* Use **Prompt** for initial image creation.
* Rely on **Prompt (Edit)** for fine-tuning at a low cost.
* Utilize **Background** and **Expand** to make your visuals versatile and adaptable across different marketing channels.

This credit system provides flexibility, helping you achieve high-quality images while efficiently managing your project credits.


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