ComfyUI Tutorial Series: Ep09 - How to Use SDXL ControlNet Union

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In Episode 9 of our ComfyUI tutorial series, we explore ControlNet, focusing on the new Union ControlNet for SDXL. This powerful tool unifies multiple models, such as pose or Canny, into one, making it easier to guide your AI in creating images with specific compositions. Learn how to download, install, and integrate the ControlNet Union ProMax model into your workflow, and discover how to stack multiple ControlNet models for more detailed and controlled results. In this tutorial, you’ll learn: - How to download and install the SDXL ControlNet Union ProMax model. - The basics of ControlNet and how it guides AI to create images with specific structures. - How to update ComfyUI and explore the new interface options. Download Control Net Union File Name: diffusion_pytorch_model_promax.safetensors https://huggingface.co/xinsir/controlnet-union-sdxl-1.0/tree/main Place it in ..ComfyUI\models\controlnet folder Get the custom nodes Go to Manager - Custom Nodes Manager Search for venture Install the node: comfyui-art-venture Search for Preprocessor Preprocessors Install the node: ComfyUI's ControlNet Auxiliary Preprocessorsc Search for comfyroll Install the node: Comfyroll Studio Restart comfyui Download all the workflows from Discord https://discord.gg/gggpkVgBf3 look for the channel pixaroma-workflows Unlock exclusive perks by joining our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMbwA-s3GZDKVzGZ-kPwaQ/join Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Download the ControlNet Model 00:53 Understanding ControlNet 01:38 ComfyUI and New Interface Overview 02:55 Setting Up Custom Nodes for ControlNet 03:40 Exploring Preprocessors: Canny, Depth, and More 08:52 Integrating ControlNet into Your Workflow 15:13 Stacking Multiple ControlNet Models 18:15 Testing and Fine-Tuning Your Workflow