Seedream v4 Edit refines or transforms existing images based on a new prompt and a reference. Instead of masking, you provide a source image and describe how it should be altered — adjusting style, details, or replacing elements while keeping the subject consistent.
About this model
Seedream v4 Edit is an advanced image transformation tool that refines and transforms existing images based on natural language prompts and visual references. Instead of requiring manual masking, you simply provide a source image and describe how it should be altered—adjusting style, details, or replacing specific elements while maintaining subject consistency across the output. The model excels at precise creative control, allowing style shifts, element swaps, and detailed modifications while preserving the original composition and character fidelity.
Seedream v4 Edit is ideal for designers, marketers, and content creators who need rapid image variations without learning complex editing software. Access it instantly through muapi's unified API on a pay-per-generation basis—no subscriptions, no commitments. Control output resolution and aspect ratio, and generate multiple variations in a single request.
Cost analysis
| Provider | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| muapiapp | $0.04 per generation | Transparent, pay-per-generation pricing with no subscription required. Cost-effective access to Seedream v4 Edit without long-term commitments or hidden fees. |
Transparent, pay-per-generation pricing with no subscription required. Cost-effective access to Seedream v4 Edit without long-term commitments or hidden fees.
** Competitor pricing is estimated based on similar model architectures and usage tiers.
Configuration schema
| Parameter | Type | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prompt | string | Text prompt describing the image. | A tranquil shoreline at dawn where waves turn into glowing ribbons of light, painting the sky with dreamlike hues of violet and gold. A figure walks along the edge, leaving footsteps that bloom into luminous flowers, symbolizing imagination flowing seamlessly into reality. |
| Image URLs | array | Upload or provide reference images. Used for image-to-image generation. | https://d3adwkbyhxyrtq.cloudfront.net/webassets/videomodels/seedream-v4-edit-input.jpg |
| Aspect Ratio | Enum (8 options) | Aspect ratio of the output image. | 1:1 |
Text prompt describing the image.
A tranquil shoreline at dawn where waves turn into glowing ribbons of light, painting the sky with dreamlike hues of violet and gold. A figure walks along the edge, leaving footsteps that bloom into luminous flowers, symbolizing imagination flowing seamlessly into reality.Upload or provide reference images. Used for image-to-image generation.
https://d3adwkbyhxyrtq.cloudfront.net/webassets/videomodels/seedream-v4-edit-input.jpgAspect ratio of the output image.
1:1Developer documentation
Frequently asked
Seedream v4 Edit costs $0.04 per generation on muapi. Each request—regardless of aspect ratio or resolution selected—incurs one charge. There are no subscription fees or minimum purchase requirements; you pay only for what you generate.
Yes. Seedream v4 Edit accepts a list of images in a single request and allows you to specify the number of output variations you want generated. This lets you batch-process multiple edits or explore several interpretations of your prompt simultaneously.
Unlike traditional editors (Photoshop, Canva), Seedream v4 Edit uses AI to understand and execute your intent from a text description, eliminating the need for manual masking, layer work, or design expertise. It's fastest for exploring stylistic variations and creative transformations rather than pixel-perfect precision work.