> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.acentalis.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How it works

> Learn how to generate professional cinematic prompts with Acentalis.

Generating a professional prompt on Acentalis follows a simple, structured process that ensures your AI image generator understands exactly what you're looking for.

## The Generation Workflow

### 1. Describe your scene

Start by entering a simple description of what you want to see. Don't worry about being overly technical—our AI can help you with the details later.

<Note>
  Example: "A neon-lit street in Tokyo after rain"
</Note>

### 2. Configure the Camera System

This is where the magic happens. Use the **Camera System** panel to select:

* **Camera Type**: Choose between modern Digital sensors or classic Film stocks.
* **Lens**: Select a specific lens profile (e.g., Anamorphic, Prime).
* **Focal Length**: Control the field of view (e.g., 35mm for wide shots, 85mm for portraits).
* **Aperture**: Control the depth of field and blur (e.g., f/1.4 for soft backgrounds).

### 3. AI Enhancement (Optional)

If enabled, our AI will take your scene description and the selected camera parameters to craft a "Director's Cut" prompt—a highly detailed version optimized for tools like Midjourney or Stable Diffusion.

### 4. Create and Copy

Once you click **Generate**, Acentalis assembles your final prompt. You can then copy it with a single click and paste it into your favorite image generation tool.

## Pro Tips

* **Less is More**: Start with a simple description and let the camera parameters do the heavy lifting for the style.
* **Specific Cameras**: If you want a specific "feel," try the Film stock options for a vintage, textured look.
* **Aperture Matters**: Use lower f-numbers (like f/1.4 or f/1.8) for those dreamy, blurred backgrounds in cinematic portraits.