nano_banana

Generate and edit images via the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model.

1|Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Benmore-Studio/Benmore-Meridian --skill nano-banana-benmore-studio
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: nano_banana
Source: https://github.com/Benmore-Studio/Benmore-Meridian/tree/main/skills/nano_banana
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Benmore-Studio/Benmore-Meridian --skill nano-banana-benmore-studio

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool enables rapid creation or modification of visuals by interfacing with the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model, removing manual design bottlenecks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text-to-image generation from prompts to create new visuals without traditional design tools.
  • Image editing and fusion by combining input images with prompts to produce updated visuals.
  • Output handling includes decoding Base64-encoded image data from the API into standard image files for saving and sharing.

Quick Start

Provide a text prompt and optional input images to generate or edit an image using the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model.

Frequently Asked Questions about nano_banana

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate images from text prompts using the Gemini 2.5 API?

To generate images from text prompts using the Gemini 2.5 API, provide a text prompt to the model. The tool uses the google-generativeai SDK to process the request and outputs standard image files decoded from Base64 data.

Can I edit existing images by combining them with text prompts in Gemini 2.5?

Yes, you can edit existing images in Gemini 2.5 by supplying optional input images alongside a text prompt. This image fusion workflow updates your visuals based on the prompt instructions.

Do I need a GEMINI_API_KEY to use this image generation tool?

Yes, you need a GEMINI_API_KEY set in your environment to use this image generation tool. The key is required by the google-generativeai SDK to authenticate and send requests to the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model.

What is the best way to handle Base64 image data returned by the Gemini API?

The best way to handle Base64 image data from the Gemini API is automatic Base64 decoding. This tool decodes the Base64-encoded image data from API responses directly into standard image files for saving and sharing.

How does text-to-image generation with Gemini 2.5 compare to other image editing tools?

Text-to-image generation with Gemini 2.5 removes manual design bottlenecks by interfacing directly with the flash-image model. Unlike traditional design tools, it rapidly creates or modifies visuals entirely through prompt-based API integration.

What are the limitations of using prompt-based image editing with the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model?

A limitation of prompt-based image editing with the Gemini 2.5 flash-image model is its dependency on external environment configuration. Users must configure the GEMINI_API_KEY and rely on the google-generativeai SDK for request handling.