Question 1

What is Nano-Banana?

Accepted Answer

Nano-Banana is an advanced AI image editing model that excels in precise text replacement, scene transformations, and style-matched editing. It was first made available on the LMarena platform in August 2025 and has quickly gained attention for its ability to maintain context and coherence when making specific edits to images.

Question 2

How does Nano-Banana differ from other AI image models?

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Nano-Banana stands out from other AI image models in several key ways: Superior text replacement that preserves all background elements, including QR codes and intricate designs More coherent scene transformations that maintain the integrity of the main subjects Better style matching when adding new elements to existing images Faster processing times for most editing operations

Question 3

Where can I access Nano-Banana?

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Currently, Nano-Banana is available through the LMarena platform. You'll need to create an account on LMarena and navigate to their image models section to access it. We provide detailed instructions in our  Getting Started tutorial .

Question 4

Is Nano-Banana free to use?

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The availability and pricing of Nano-Banana depend on the LMarena platform's current policies. As of our last update, there is a limited free tier with a certain number of operations per day, and paid plans for more extensive usage. Check the LMarena platform for the most current pricing information.

Question 5

What types of images work best with Nano-Banana?

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Nano-Banana works well with a wide range of images, but performs best with high-resolution, well-lit photographs and illustrations. It may struggle with extremely low-resolution images, heavily compressed images with artifacts, or images that already contain AI-generated elements from different models.

Question 6

Can Nano-Banana edit videos?

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As of now, Nano-Banana is designed for still image editing only. It cannot directly process videos. However, advanced users might use it to edit individual frames and then recompile them, though this workflow is experimental and not officially supported.

Question 7

What are the limitations of Nano-Banana?

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While powerful, Nano-Banana does have some limitations: It may struggle with non-Latin text replacement in some contexts Very complex scene transformations involving multiple interaction points can sometimes produce physically impossible results Like all AI models, it works within the constraints of its training data Currently limited to still images (no video support)

Question 8

How do I get the best results from Nano-Banana?

Accepted Answer

For optimal results, provide clear and specific prompts, use high-quality input images, and consider the model's strengths when designing your edits. Our  tutorials section  provides detailed guidance on prompt engineering and best practices for different types of edits.

Question 9

Is there an API for Nano-Banana?

Accepted Answer

As of our latest information, an official Nano-Banana API is not yet available for direct integration. Currently, access is through the LMarena platform's interface. We'll update this information if an API becomes available.

Question 10

Who created Nano-Banana?

Accepted Answer

The exact development team behind Nano-Banana has not been officially announced. There is speculation it may be associated with a major AI lab, but no formal attribution has been made public. The model first appeared on the LMarena platform in August 2025.

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