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Why Does Microsoft Designer Limit AI Image Generation Credits?
Question details
The user wants to know why Microsoft Designer has implemented a 15-credit limit for AI image generation and is looking for alternatives or clarifications regarding this change.
- Product
- Microsoft Designer
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Generating AI images using Microsoft Designer and managing account credit limits.
- Observed behavior
- The service now restricts AI image generations using a monthly credit system, unlike the previous unlimited experience, causing users to hit a limit of 15 credits.
Verify your current Microsoft account subscription tier and check your remaining AI credit balance directly in the Microsoft Designer dashboard.
Use Bing Image Creator as a Free Alternative
Since Bing Image Creator uses a "boost" system for speed rather than a hard limit on total generations, it serves as a great alternative when you run out of Designer credits.
Bing Image Creator uses the same underlying AI generator as Microsoft Designer. While it lacks some advanced design layout features, it is perfect for straightforward prompt-based image generation.
Navigate to the official Bing Image Creator website in your web browser and sign in with your Microsoft account.
Type your desired image description into the search bar. You will notice a lightning bolt icon indicating your available 'boosts' (usually 15).
Click 'Create'. Once your boosts are depleted, you can still continue to generate new images for free; the generation process will simply take longer.
Check Your Plan and Monitor Designer Credits
Review your current Microsoft Designer credit balance and plan terms to understand your specific usage limits.
Enhance Your Productivity with WPS Office and WPS AI
While navigating AI generation limits in Microsoft Designer, you can optimize your document creation and presentation workflows with WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible suite for all your document needs, complete with built-in AI writing and brainstorming tools.
- 1. Download and Install: Visit the official WPS Office website to download and install the free software on your device.
- 2. Open a Document or Presentation: Launch WPS Office and create a new document, spreadsheet, or presentation using Microsoft-compatible formats.
- 3. Utilize WPS AI: Click the WPS AI button in the toolbar to automatically generate text, outline presentations, or brainstorm ideas directly within your file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Microsoft Designer change from unlimited to a credit system?
Microsoft introduced the credit system to manage high server loads and provide tiered service levels, reserving higher generation capacities for premium Copilot Pro or Microsoft 365 subscribers.
Can I generate portrait or landscape images in Bing Image Creator?
No, Bing Image Creator currently only supports generating square images. If you specifically need portrait or landscape AI images, you must use Microsoft Designer.
What happens when I run out of boosts in Bing Image Creator?
When your 15 daily boosts run out in Bing Image Creator, you are not blocked from creating images. You can still generate images for free, but the process will take significantly longer to complete.
