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LDGen: Enhancing Text-to-Image Synthesis via Large Language Model-Driven Language Representation

arXiv 2502.18302 ↗First posted 25 Feb 2025cs.CVcited by 3

On the map: Diffusion models → Image generation, text-to-image and editing

Abstract (arXiv)

In this paper, we introduce LDGen, a novel method for integrating large language models (LLMs) into existing text-to-image diffusion models while minimizing computational demands. Traditional text encoders, such as CLIP and T5, exhibit limitations in multilingual processing, hindering image generation across diverse languages. We address these challenges by leveraging the advanced capabilities of LLMs. Our approach employs a language representation strategy that applies hierarchical caption optimization and human instruction techniques to derive precise semantic information,. Subsequently, we incorporate a lightweight adapter and a cross-modal refiner to facilitate efficient feature alignment and interaction between LLMs and image features. LDGen reduces training time and enables zero-shot multilingual image generation. Experimental results indicate that our method surpasses baseline models in both prompt adherence and image aesthetic quality, while seamlessly supporting multiple languages. Project page: https://zrealli.github.io/LDGen.

Key facts. Cited by 3 papers in the map (data through 7 Oct 2026). Placed in Image generation, text-to-image and editing, one of 14 directions in Diffusion models. Builds on 37 of its 45 references that are in the map. First posted on arXiv 25 Feb 2025.

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  9. 2023LayerDiffusion: Layered Controlled Image Editing with Diffusion Models30 May
  10. 2022Photorealistic Text-to-Image Diffusion Models with Deep Language Understanding23 May
  11. 2021GLIDE: Towards Photorealistic Image Generation and Editing with Text-Guided Diffusion Models20 Dec

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