Reference lock
One photo of a person becomes the identity for every later still.
Last updated: August 14, 2026 · By the Pixogen Team
Definition
A reference lock is a stored identity image the model must obey while changing scene, outfit or pose.
Too-low strength drifts the face. Too-high strength freezes the pose. Medium-high is the production default.
How it works
Step 1
Save a canonical crop
Eyes sharp, even light.
Step 2
Set strength
Medium-high for new scenes.
Step 3
Prompt the scene only
Start with “same person”.
Guide
Character consistency Academy article.
Frequently asked questions
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