ComfyUI: Let's Figure it Out! Ep. 1 with Amli and Scott Detweiler

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will walk through the installation and setup of ComfyUI, a flexible user interface for managing workflows in AI projects. This guide is based on a live session with Amli and Scott Detweiler, aimed at both beginners and experts. By the end, you'll have a functional ComfyUI setup and a basic understanding of how to create and manage your workflows.

Step 1: Installing ComfyUI

To get started, we need to install ComfyUI on your computer. Follow these steps:

1. Download ComfyUI

   • Visit the ComfyUI GitHub releases page.
   • Choose the latest portable version for Windows: ComfyUI_windows_portable_nvidia_cu118_or_cpu.7z.

2. Install 7-Zip

   • If you don’t have 7-Zip installed, download it from the official site.
   • Follow the installation prompts to set it up on your machine.

3. Extract ComfyUI

   • Right-click on the downloaded .7z file.
   • Select 7-Zip > Extract Here to unpack the files.

Step 2: Opening and Creating a Full Workflow

With ComfyUI installed, let’s create your first workflow:

1. Launch ComfyUI

   • Navigate to the extracted folder and double-click ComfyUI.exe.

2. Creating a New Workflow

   • Click on File, then select New Workflow.
   • You will be prompted to set up various components of your workflow.

3. Organizing Controls in a Workflow

   • Drag and drop elements to structure your workflow visually.
   • Use connectors to link different components together.

Step 3: Working with Noise and Advanced Samplers

Enhance your workflow by incorporating advanced samplers:

1. Add Noise Elements

   • Use the noise options to introduce variability into your data processing.
   • Configure the parameters to suit your needs.

2. Select Advanced Samplers

   • Explore different sampling strategies available in ComfyUI.
   • Test various settings to find the best fit for your workflow.

Step 4: Sharing and Using Workflows

Once you have a workflow ready, you can share it or use existing workflows:

1. Export Your Workflow

   • Click on File and then Export to save your workflow as a .json file.
   • Share the file with others or save it for later use.

2. Import Existing Workflows

   • To use a shared workflow, go to File > Import and select the .json file.

Step 5: Adding SDXL and Loras to Your Workflow

Enhance your workflow by integrating SDXL and Loras:

1. Integrate SDXL

   • Find the SDXL component in the library and drag it into your workflow.
   • Connect it appropriately with the other elements.

2. Add SDXL Refiner

   • Similar to the SDXL integration, locate the SDXL refiner and incorporate it into your workflow.
   • Adjust settings to optimize performance.

3. Incorporate Loras

   • Drag Loras into your workflow to add extra layers of functionality.
   • Configure their settings as needed.

Conclusion

You’ve now installed ComfyUI, created a workflow, and integrated advanced components like SDXL and Loras. As you experiment with different configurations and settings, you'll become more adept at using ComfyUI for your projects. For further learning, consider joining the ComfyUI community on Discord or exploring more tutorials on workflow optimization. Happy creating!