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

# How to Create an Element

> Elements are reusable building blocks you can use to jumpstart content creation in Hedra.

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## What Are Elements?

Elements are pre-configured visual pieces you can use to define creative building blocks like:

* Character styles and poses
* Visual environments
* Clothing or outfit options
* Visual themes
* Custom branded assets

They help you avoid “blank slate paralysis” by giving you a tangible visual starting point instead of starting from generic text. You can mix and match Elements with your own uploads or generated content to speed up creation, eliminate guesswork, and reduce prompt fatigue.

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## When Should You Use Elements?

Use Elements when you:

* Want a consistent character or style base
* Don’t want to write detailed prompts from scratch
* Are iterating content quickly
* Need visual inspiration
* Want reusable components for a series of videos

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## How to Create an Element

Create reusable elements like **characters, environments, styles, and outfits** that you can use across projects.

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## 1. Open the Elements Page

From the **Image** page:

1. Click **Elements** at the top navigation.

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## 2. Open My Elements

Inside the Elements page:

1. Click **My Elements**.

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## 3. Create a New Element

1. Click **Create Element** below My Elements.

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## 4. Upload Reference Images

You can upload up to **10 reference images**.

* Drag and drop your images\
  **or**
* Click the upload area to select files

Reference images help define the visual consistency of your element.

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## 5. Configure the Element

Before saving:

* Enter a **Name**
* Select the **Type**:

  <Icon icon="face-smile" /> **Characters** – Base personas you can animate\
  <Icon icon="palette" /> **Styles** – Visual art styles or render looks\
  <Icon icon="apartment" /> **Environments** – Background scenes\
  <Icon icon="shirt" /> **Outfits** – Clothing sets your characters can wear
* (Optional) Add a description

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## 6. Save

Click **Save** to store the element in your library.

Your new element will now appear under **My Elements** and can be reused in future creations.

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## Tips for Best Results

* **Use branded Elements** for recurring characters or styles.
* **Mix multiple Elements** to create unique combinations.
* **Name and tag Elements** so they’re easy to find later.
* **Start with Elements first**, then refine your prompts around them.

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## Why Elements Matter

Elements solve common content-creation problems:

✔ They eliminate blank slate intimidation. \
✔ They let you combine visuals without complex prompting. \
✔ They speed up repeatable workflows. \
✔ They help maintain brand consistency.