Feature recap: explore 24 random styles in Draft Mode
The V8.1 update turns random-style exploration into a set of candidates.
The update
The June 25 update brought --sref random to V8.1 Draft Mode, producing 24 differently styled drafts in a batch.
In the design workflow
The launch workflow used the lightning button or --draft. This recap records behavior at release; later versions may differ.
srefly perspective
Keep the subject fixed while comparing palette, texture and composition, then develop selected directions at full quality.
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Original sources
Sources verified: 2026-09-08 · Article date reflects SREFLY’s editorial publication.
- Midjourney official source ↗
Midjourney · Source published: 2026-06-25
Keep reading
Save the image, then add your Prompt and SREF
Start with an image you like. Keep its source, Prompt and style reference together so you can find them again when you create.
Organize your next project with collections and tags
Collections describe where an image will be used. Tags describe its qualities. Keep your inspiration library easy to find and organize with simple categories.