Video Generation Mastery

Introduction

Video generation creates moving images from text prompts or reference images. Flik offers multiple video models, each optimized for different use cases, durations, and quality levels.

Available Video Models

• Veo 3.1: Premium quality, 4-8 seconds
• Seedance 1.0: Flexible duration, 2-12 seconds
• Hailuo 2.3: Auto settings, simple generation
• Kling 2.6: Fast iteration, 5-10 seconds

Basic Video Generation

1. Switch to Generate mode
2. Select a video model from dropdown
3. Set duration (models have different ranges)
4. Choose aspect ratio
5. Write your prompt
6. Click Generate

Example prompt:

"Camera push forward through neon-lit cyberpunk street at night, rain reflections, cinematic"

Using Start and End Frames

Control motion by providing first and last frames:

Start Frame: Upload or generate the first frame End Frame: Upload or generate the last frame

The AI creates motion between them.

Example:

• Start: Character standing
• End: Character sitting
• Result: Smooth transition animation

Duration Settings

Different models support different durations:

• Veo 3.1: 4s, 6s, or 8s
• Seedance 1.0: 2s to 12s (flexible)
• Hailuo 2.3: Auto duration
• Kling 2.6: 5s or 10s

Choose based on:

• What you're creating (5s for most shots)
• Model capabilities
• Credit cost (longer = more credits)

Motion Control

Camera movement prompts:

• "Camera pushes forward..."
• "Camera circles around..."
• "Camera tilts up to reveal..."
• "Slow zoom out..."

Subject movement:

• "Person walks toward camera..."
• "Object rotates slowly..."
• "Liquid pours into glass..."

Tips for Better Videos

• Be specific about motion: Describe exactly what moves and how
• Use start/end frames: For precise control of motion
• Keep it simple: Complex motions are harder to generate
• Iterate: Generate, review, refine prompt, regenerate
• Consider duration: Shorter videos (4-6s) often work better

Next Steps

• Image Generation — Master still images first
• Strategic Model Selection — Choose the right model
• Video Editor Introduction — Edit your videos