PicVideo for generating clips from text or photos
PicVideo offers separate tools for prompt-based video, photo animation and preset templates.
PicVideo offers browser tools for generating clips from text or a still image. Its model picker shows options with different inputs and output settings. Choose the workflow first, then compare the models that accept the starting material you have.
Start with a photo or a written scene
For an image-to-video clip, pick a source photo with the subject already visible. Describe one action and the camera move you want. For a text-to-video job, write the setting and action in the prompt, including any details that need to appear in the opening frame. The publisher describes separate workflows for reference clips, photo animation and templates. Check the selected model’s limits before preparing uploads.
Use a template when the motion is already defined
The publisher shows templates with a prepared scene and a slot for a reference photo. They can help when you want a recognizable structure for a short clip. Check how many photos the template asks for and who appears in each role. Use images you have permission to upload. Preview the generated motion and audio before sending the result to someone else or adding it to an edit.
Review the credit quote and output settings
PicVideo says the cost varies with the model, resolution, length and sound settings. Check the total shown by the Generate button after choosing those options. A short preview can help you judge whether the motion is close enough before generating a longer version. The publisher says available lengths vary by model, so check the picker if the clip needs to fit a specific duration.
Before you try it
Frequently asked questions
Can I use a still photo to start a video?
Yes. The publisher describes an image-to-video workflow that generates motion from a still image and an instruction.
Official sourceCan I generate a video without a source photo?
The model list includes options that accept a written prompt, as well as models that start from a still or other reference.
Official sourceDoes every model support the same duration?
The publisher lists different lengths for different models. For example, it lists 5 or 10 seconds for Runway Gen-4 Turbo.
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