# LongCat-Image > 6B parameter image generation model excelling at rendering multilingual text directly in generated images ## Quick Reference - Model ID: longcat-image - Creator: Meituan - Status: active - Family: longcat - Base URL: https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1 ## Specifications - Input Modalities: text - Output Modalities: image - Supported Modes: Text to Image ## API Parameters The compiled parameter schema for this model is available via the API: `GET /v1/models/longcat-image?schema=true`. ### Core Parameters - `prompt` (string) — REQUIRED: Text prompt for image generation - `seed` (integer): Random seed for reproducibility ### Size & Layout - `size` (string): Image dimensions as WxH pixels (e.g. "1024x1024") or aspect ratio (e.g. "16:9") - `aspect_ratio` (string): Aspect ratio of the output image (e.g. "16:9", "1:1") - `resolution` (string): Output resolution tier (e.g. "1K", "4K") ### Output & Format - `response_format` (string): How to return the image. Default: url. Values: url, b64_json - `output_format` (string): Output image format. Values: png, jpeg, gif, webp, avif - `output_compression` (integer): Compression level for lossy formats (JPEG, WebP, AVIF) - `n` (integer): Number of images to generate. Default: 1 ### Additional Parameters - `cfg_scale` (number): Classifier-free guidance scale — higher values stick more closely to the prompt - `acceleration` (string): The acceleration level to use.. Values: high, none, regular. Only available via fal - `enable_safety_checker` (boolean): If set to true, the safety checker will be enabled.. Only available via fal - `num_inference_steps` (integer): The number of inference steps to perform.. Only available via fal - `sync_mode` (boolean): If `True`, the media will be returned as a data URI and the output data won't be available in the request history.. Only available via fal ## Model Identifiers - Primary Slug: longcat-image ## Dates - Released: December 2025 ## Tags image-generation, text-to-image, text-rendering, multilingual ## Available Providers ### fal.ai - Config Key: fal/longcat-image - Provider Model ID: fal-ai/longcat-image - Pricing: $0.130/megapixel - Source: https://fal.ai/models/fal-ai/longcat-image ## Image Gallery 4 images available for this model. Browse all at https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/gallery ### Curated Examples - [A wide, cinematic 16:9 shot of a high-end, boutique pet grooming salon at golden hour. The storef...](https://assets.lumenfall.ai/wziNQuzhT75cIAUkQOGfhtXnEMOSApq1Q6qMta6B698/rs:fit:1500:1500/plain/gs://lumenfall-prod-assets/mtslwb3de8ekdtrx0s5ldiuihdqr@jpeg) - [A macro overhead shot of an artisanal wooden desk featuring a collection of vintage botanical ske...](https://assets.lumenfall.ai/5ydKwU1kja7TnDLIQo7hsGVFi9y8YuzDBgqGCsMSR5E/rs:fit:1500:1500/plain/gs://lumenfall-prod-assets/6z9kib9p5f5846lcdypgpnm1htlu@jpeg) - [A gourmet close-up of a rustic sourdough loaf sitting on a floured wooden baker's table, with the...](https://assets.lumenfall.ai/3KqH3KTXZ9uMVe4t0RAvG76MQvADudFm2vyov6FWo7o/rs:fit:1500:1500/plain/gs://lumenfall-prod-assets/k376iqav7w39pxvqxvgb33o4duji@jpeg) - [A sun-drenched artisan bakery storefront with a hand-painted wooden sign that reads "FRESH SOURDO...](https://assets.lumenfall.ai/Ekpydjb4hhXavsRRY_GcFDpnuylazaVxfbcVbHteFdQ/rs:fit:1500:1500/plain/gs://lumenfall-prod-assets/qonrc308jvzu9v2yrvqbr7z2zx0u@jpeg) ## Example Prompt The following prompt was used to generate an example image in our playground: A sun-drenched artisan bakery storefront with a hand-painted wooden sign that reads "FRESH SOURDOUGH DAILY" in elegant gold leaf calligraphy. Through the large window, a quiet capybara sits on a flour sack in the corner of the cozy kitchen. ## Code Examples ### Text to Image (/v1/images/generations) #### cURL curl -X POST \ https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1/images/generations \ -H "Authorization: Bearer $LUMENFALL_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "model": "longcat-image", "prompt": "", "size": "1024x1024" }' # Response: # { "created": 1234567890, "data": [{ "url": "https://...", "revised_prompt": "..." }] } #### JavaScript import OpenAI from 'openai'; const client = new OpenAI({ apiKey: 'YOUR_API_KEY', baseURL: 'https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1' }); const response = await client.images.generate({ model: 'longcat-image', prompt: '', size: '1024x1024' }); // { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] } console.log(response.data[0].url); #### Python from openai import OpenAI client = OpenAI( api_key="YOUR_API_KEY", base_url="https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1" ) response = client.images.generate( model="longcat-image", prompt="", size="1024x1024" ) # { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] } print(response.data[0].url) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does LongCat-Image cost? LongCat-Image starts at $0.13 per image through Lumenfall. Pricing varies by provider. Lumenfall does not add any markup to provider pricing. ### How do I use LongCat-Image via API? You can use LongCat-Image through Lumenfall's OpenAI-compatible API. Send requests to the unified endpoint with model ID "longcat-image". Code examples are available in Python, JavaScript, and cURL. ### Which providers offer LongCat-Image? LongCat-Image is available through fal.ai on Lumenfall. Lumenfall automatically routes requests to the best available provider. ## Links - Model Page: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image - About: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/about - Providers, Pricing & Performance: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/providers - API Reference: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/api - Benchmarks: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/benchmarks - Use Cases: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/use-cases - Gallery: https://lumenfall.ai/models/meituan/longcat-image/gallery - Playground: https://lumenfall.ai/playground?model=longcat-image - API Documentation: https://docs.lumenfall.ai