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Did Microsoft Designer Stop Offering Unlimited Generations?
Question details
The user noticed that Microsoft Designer no longer allows unlimited image generation and wants to know about the recent policy changes regarding daily boosts.
- Product
- Microsoft Designer
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Generating AI images using Microsoft Designer beyond the initial daily boost limit.
- Observed behavior
- After using 15 generations, the system prompts the user to purchase more credits or wait until the following month, removing the previous unlimited access.
Verify your current Microsoft account tier, as AI generation limits, daily boosts, and credit requirements vary depending on whether you have a free account or a Copilot Pro subscription.
Understand the New Microsoft Designer Credit System
Microsoft has updated its AI policies, replacing unlimited generation with a structured credit and boost system.
Microsoft Designer recently changed the availability and limits of its AI features. Previously, users enjoyed unlimited image generation alongside daily boosts that sped up the process. Under the new policy, AI image generation requires credits.
Once your allotted 15 boosts or credits are depleted, you can no longer generate images infinitely. Some advanced AI features now require a Microsoft 365 subscription or the purchase of paid AI credits, while standard non-AI design features remain completely free to use.
Look for the coin or lightning bolt icon in the top right corner of the Microsoft Designer interface to see your remaining daily boosts.
Click on your profile or the credits icon to explore upgrading to Copilot Pro if you require a higher volume of daily AI generations.
Use Bing Image Creator as a Free Alternative
If you hit the limit in Microsoft Designer, you can use Bing Image Creator, which shares the same underlying DALL-E image generation engine.
Boost Your Productivity with WPS Office AI
While Microsoft Designer and Office 365 implement stricter AI generation limits, WPS Office offers a free, lightweight, and highly compatible alternative. Enjoy seamless document creation with integrated AI features without heavy subscription fees.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website and download the installation package for your operating system.
- 2. Install and Launch: Run the installer, open the application, and sign in to access the free suite of productivity tools.
- 3. Explore WPS AI: Open a new document or presentation and click the WPS AI button to start generating content seamlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Microsoft Designer boosts reset every day?
Yes, free daily boosts in Microsoft Designer generally reset every 24 hours. However, the exact number of boosts you receive depends on your current account type and Microsoft's active promotional limits.
Is Bing Image Creator the same as Microsoft Designer?
They are different tools but share the same underlying AI engine (DALL-E 3). Microsoft Designer is a comprehensive graphic design app, while Bing Image Creator is focused solely on generating images from text prompts.
Can I get truly unlimited AI image generations if I pay?
No. Even paid subscriptions like Copilot Pro provide a much higher number of daily boosts (typically 100 per day), but they do not offer truly unlimited, instant generations to prevent system abuse.
Why did Microsoft remove the unlimited generation feature?
Running advanced AI models like DALL-E requires massive computing power. Microsoft likely introduced the credit system to manage server loads, ensure fair use, and monetize the high computing costs associated with AI generation.
