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

# Guide the pose with a reference

> Direct a new image’s pose or change the stance in an existing photo.

A pose reference helps communicate body position and framing. Use one when “standing naturally” is too vague for the view you need.

## Choose a pose while generating

In **Generate**, open the avatar selection and choose your avatar. Browse the available **Poses**, including front, back, and side views. Pick a pose that shows the important parts of your garment.

A front pose is useful for a shirt’s collar and fastening. A back pose needs a back reference of the garment. A hand on the hip may hide a pocket or seam, so check the preview before committing to it.

## Change an existing image’s pose

1. Open the image in the **Editor**.
2. Select **Change Pose**.
3. Add a pose reference or describe the stance you want.
4. Use **Focus on detail** if you need to crop the reference to the relevant person or position.
5. Submit, then compare the new result with the original.

```text theme={null}
Turn slightly to the left, with both hands relaxed at the sides.
Keep the same person, outfit, and studio background.
```

Use a reference with a similar crop and a clearly visible body. A close-up portrait cannot explain how the legs should be positioned.

## Keep identity and product detail in view

Pose changes reconstruct parts of the image. Check the face, hands, hems, pattern direction, and anything newly revealed by the pose. Provide the relevant garment angle instead of asking the model to guess unseen details.

For repeated identity across new photos, use a [saved avatar](/guides/consistent-models). In **Freeform Edit**, a reference can also guide appearance or a local visual change; describe its role explicitly so it does not compete with the source image.