Photo edit prompt
Brighten a face in a backlit photo
Brighten a face in a backlit photo: a free, copy-paste prompt for Gemini and ChatGPT. Upload your photo, paste the prompt, and fill in any [BRACKETED] fields.
The prompt
This photo of [PERSON OR PEOPLE] is backlit and the face is too dark. Brighten the face and shadows gently so the features are clear, while keeping the bright background intact and not blown out. Keep skin tones natural, avoid an artificial glow, and do not alter the face shape or features.
Pro tip: Keep the sky exposed as it is and only lift the face, so the photo still feels natural.
How to use this prompt
- Open Gemini and start a new chat.
- Upload your photo (a clear, front-facing one works best).
- Paste the prompt and replace any [BRACKETED] fields with your own details.
- Send it. If something is off, regenerate or change one detail at a time.
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Photo edit
- Works with
- Gemini · ChatGPT
- Length
- 52 words
- Fields to fill in
- PERSON OR PEOPLE
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for Gemini and ChatGPT. Both can edit a photo you upload.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace the field before you send it: PERSON OR PEOPLE. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Will the AI change my face?
The prompt tells the AI to keep faces and identities the same, but results vary between runs. If a face drifts, regenerate or reply "keep the face identical to the original".
Is my photo uploaded to PromptUp?
No. PromptUp only gives you the text of the prompt. You upload your photo directly to the AI tool you choose, under that tool's own privacy terms.
