Troubleshooting

Render Quality Issues

Not getting the results you expected? Here's how to improve quality.


Understanding AI rendering

AI rendering is different from traditional rendering:

  • Probabilistic: Results vary slightly each time
  • Interpretive: AI interprets your model and prompt
  • Creative: Sometimes takes creative liberties

This means:

  • Some variation is normal
  • Iteration is part of the process
  • Clear prompts lead to better results

Common quality issues

Render doesn't match my model

The AI may interpret your 3D model differently than expected.

Solutions:

  1. Check your viewport

    • Ensure important elements are visible
    • Set up clear camera angle before capture
  2. Add detail to your prompt

    • Describe key features: "three-story building with glass curtain wall"
    • Mention important elements explicitly
  3. Use reference images

    • Upload an image showing the style you want
    • Helps AI understand your vision

Blurry or low quality output

Solutions:

  1. Check your viewport quality

    • Use a higher-quality display mode in Rhino
    • Ensure your view is clearly captured
  2. Simplify complex scenes

    • Very complex geometry may confuse the AI
    • Focus on key elements
  3. Try different styles

    • Some styles produce crisper results
    • "Photorealistic" usually gives best quality

Colors are wrong

Solutions:

  1. Specify colors in your prompt

    • "White facade" instead of just "facade"
    • "Warm wood tones" instead of just "wood"
  2. Use reference images

    • Show the AI the color palette you want
  3. Check lighting settings

    • Sunset/sunrise adds warmth
    • Overcast gives neutral colors

Artifacts or distortions

Sometimes AI generates strange elements or distortions.

Solutions:

  1. Regenerate

    • Try generating again; results vary
    • Minor artifacts often disappear on retry
  2. Simplify your prompt

    • Complex prompts can cause confusion
    • Focus on essential elements
  3. Avoid conflicting descriptions

    • Don't describe contradictory elements
    • Keep style consistent throughout prompt

Tips for better quality

Optimize your 3D view

Before capturing:

  • Clean viewport: Hide unnecessary elements
  • Clear composition: Frame the important parts
  • Good angle: Choose a flattering perspective
  • Appropriate display mode: Use shaded or rendered mode

Write effective prompts

Quality prompts lead to quality results:

  • Be specific: Details help the AI understand
  • Include atmosphere: Lighting, mood, weather
  • Mention materials: Surfaces, textures, finishes
  • Keep focused: Don't overload with too much info

See our prompt writing guide for more tips.

Use appropriate style

Different styles suit different purposes:

PurposeRecommended Style
Final presentationsPhotorealistic
Concept explorationConceptual
Quick iterationsAny preset
Artistic rendersWatercolor, Sketch

Iterate and refine

  1. Start simple — Basic prompt to see baseline
  2. Review results — What's working? What's not?
  3. Adjust prompt — Add or change details
  4. Try variations — Generate multiple versions
  5. Pick the best — Select favorite for further use

When to regenerate vs. adjust

Just regenerate when:

  • Minor variations not quite right
  • Small artifacts present
  • Generally close to what you want

Adjust prompt when:

  • Style/mood is wrong
  • Key elements missing
  • Consistent problems across attempts

Change settings when:

  • Lighting quality wrong
  • Weather/atmosphere off
  • Overall style mismatch

Quality expectations

What AI renders excel at

  • ✅ Quick concept visualization
  • ✅ Mood and atmosphere
  • ✅ Style exploration
  • ✅ Client presentation concepts
  • ✅ Marketing and portfolio images

Current limitations

  • ⚠️ Perfect geometric accuracy
  • ⚠️ Exact matching to reference
  • ⚠️ Technical/construction drawings
  • ⚠️ Consistent specific details

AI is evolving

AI capabilities improve rapidly. Features and quality will continue to improve over time.


Gemini AI specific tips

FastRender uses Google Gemini for generation. Some tips specific to this model:

Temperature and creativity

The AI may interpret prompts creatively. To reduce variation:

  • Use more specific, detailed prompts
  • Include reference images
  • Describe exactly what you want

Handling blocked content

If the AI refuses to generate or produces unexpected results:

  • Check for potentially problematic terms
  • Rephrase in neutral, professional language
  • Avoid terms that might trigger safety filters

Getting help

If quality issues persist:

  1. Share examples in Discord
  2. Email support at hello@fastrender.ai with:
    • Screenshot of your 3D model
    • Your prompt text
    • The generated result
    • What you expected instead

The community and our team can help identify what to adjust.