Your First Video

Overview

This guide will walk you through creating your very first video using our platform. We'll use Quick Video, which is perfect for beginners because it's fast, simple, and requires minimal setup.

What You'll Learn

How to navigate to the Quick Video feature
How to select an actor/image for your video
How to write a script and action prompt
How to generate your first video
What to expect during the generation process

Prerequisites

An active account (see "Creating an Account" if needed)
At least 12 credits in your workspace (Quick Video costs 12 credits)
A few minutes to complete the process

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Access Video Craft Lite

After logging in, you'll see the main dashboard
Look for the "Video Craft Lite" card in the primary features section
Click on the "Video Craft Lite" card
You'll be taken to the video generation page

Location: The dashboard shows feature cards in the center of the screen. Video Craft Lite is typically one of the main feature cards.

Step 2: Select Quick Video Mode

On the video generation page, you'll see two mode options at the top: "Quick Video" and "Premium Video"
Click on the "Quick Video" tab (it should be selected by default)
You'll see it shows "~2-3 min • 12 credits" - this tells you the generation time and cost

What You'll See: Two tabs side-by-side. The Quick Video tab will be highlighted with an orange border when selected. The tab shows a lightning bolt icon (⚡) and displays the estimated generation time and credit cost.

Step 3: Select an Actor (Step 1)

In the left panel, you'll see "Step 1: Select Actor" section with a "Required" badge
The section shows: "Choose who will appear in your video"
You have several options:
- Actors Tab (default): Browse pre-generated actor images
- Upload Tab: Upload your own image
- Generate Tab: Generate a new actor image using AI
- History Tab: Select from your previous generations
For your first video, we recommend:
- Option A: Click the "Actors" tab (default) and browse available actor images, then click on one you like
- Option B: Click the "Upload" tab, then click the upload area to select an image from your computer
Once selected, you'll see the image appear in the preview canvas on the right (desktop) or top (mobile/tablet)

Location: Left side panel, first section. The preview canvas is on the right side (desktop) or top (mobile/tablet).

Note: The selected actor/image will appear in the preview area. Make sure it looks good before proceeding. The step indicator at the top will show Step 1 as completed once you select an actor.

Step 4: Write Your Script & Action (Step 2)

Scroll down to "Script & Action" section (Step 2)
The section header shows: "Define what the actor will say and how they should behave" with a "Required" badge
You'll see two text areas:

Script (Required):
- Click in the "Script" textarea (labeled with "Required" badge)
- Enter the exact text that the actor will speak in the video
- This will be converted to speech audio
- Example: "Welcome to our platform! Today, we're excited to show you how easy it is to create professional videos using AI technology."
- Placeholder text: "e.g., Welcome to our new product launch. Today, we're excited to introduce a revolutionary solution..."
Action (Optional):
- Click in the "Action" textarea (labeled with "Optional" badge)
- Describe how you want the actor to behave, react, and move
- This controls body language, gestures, facial expressions, and overall demeanor
- Example: "Speaking confidently with a warm smile, making natural hand gestures, maintaining eye contact with the camera"
- Placeholder text: "e.g., Speaking confidently with warm smile, making natural hand gestures, maintaining eye contact..."
- If left empty, it defaults to: "Speaking directly with natural eye contact and dynamic hand gestures"

Tips:

Keep scripts clear and concise for best results
Actions help control body language and expressions
The script length determines video duration (up to 8 seconds)
The step indicator will show Step 2 as completed once you enter a script

Step 5: Review Settings (Step 3)

Scroll to the "Video Settings" section (Step 3)
The section header shows "Video Settings" with a "Required" badge
Quick Video has one setting:
- Aspect Ratio: Automatically selected based on your input image dimensions
- Landscape (16:9): Used when your image is wider than tall
- Portrait (9:16): Used when your image is taller than wide
- The aspect ratio is displayed with an indicator showing which one is active
Note: You cannot manually change the aspect ratio for Quick Video - it's automatically determined by your input image

Location: Video Settings section below Script & Action. The aspect ratio is displayed with visual indicators (📺 for Landscape, 📱 for Portrait).

Tip: If you want a specific aspect ratio, choose or upload an image with the desired dimensions before proceeding.

Step 6: Organize Asset (Optional)

Scroll to the "Organize Asset" section (below Settings)
This section has a tag icon and shows: "Add tags to help organize this item (optional)"
You can add tags to help organize your video in your history
Click on the tag selector to choose existing tags or create new ones
This step is optional - you can skip it and proceed to generation

Location: Below Video Settings section. Shows a tag selector dropdown.

Step 7: Check Your Credits and Generate

Scroll to the very bottom of the left panel (or look at the fixed bottom bar on mobile)
You'll see a blue note above the Generate button:
- "Note: Video will be generated up to 8 seconds based on action and script length."
Below the note, you'll see a large "Generate Quick Video" button with a lightning bolt icon (⚡)
The button shows: "Generate Quick Video (12 credits)"
Make sure you have at least 12 credits (displayed in the button text)
Click the "Generate Quick Video" button
The button will change to show a loading state

What Happens Next:

Your credits (12 credits) will be deducted immediately
The preview canvas will show a loading animation
A message will indicate that generation is in progress
You'll see estimated time remaining (typically 2-3 minutes for Quick Video)
The button text may change to "Generate New Quick Video" if a previous generation is still processing

Step 8: Wait for Generation

The generation process takes approximately 2-3 minutes
You can:
- Wait on the page (it will auto-update when complete)
- Navigate away and come back later - the page will show your video when you return
- Check your email for a completion notification (if enabled in settings)
The page will automatically show your completed video when ready
The step indicator will show Step 4 (Generate) as completed once the video is ready

What You'll See:

Loading animation in the preview canvas
Status message showing "Generating..." or "Processing..."
The preview canvas will display a loading state

Step 9: View Your Video

Once generation completes, the video will automatically appear in the preview canvas
The video will start playing automatically
You can:
- Use video controls to play, pause, and adjust volume
- Download the video using the download button (usually in the canvas controls)
- Share or use the video in your projects

Location: The preview canvas on the right (desktop) or top (mobile/tablet) will show your completed video.

Note: The step indicator will show all 4 steps as completed, and you'll see the video in the preview area.

Example: Creating a Welcome Video

Use Case: Create a welcome video for a new product launch

Steps:

Access Video Craft Lite: Click on "Video Craft Lite" card from dashboard
Select Quick Video Mode: Click the "Quick Video" tab (shows "~2-3 min • 12 credits")
Select Actor: Choose a professional-looking actor from the Actors tab (Step 1)
Script: "Welcome to our revolutionary new product! We've designed this solution to transform your workflow and boost productivity. Join us as we explore the amazing features that make this product a game-changer."
Action: "Speaking enthusiastically with confident gestures, maintaining eye contact, showing excitement and professionalism"
Settings: Aspect ratio will be auto-selected based on your actor image (Step 3)
Generate: Click "Generate Quick Video (12 credits)" and wait 2-3 minutes

Result: A professional up to 8-second welcome video ready for your product launch page or presentation. The video duration will be determined by the script length.

Tips for Your First Video

Script Writing Tips

Be Clear: Write in a conversational, natural tone
Keep It Concise: Quick Video generates up to 8 seconds based on script length
One Idea: Focus on one main message or idea per video

Action Prompt Tips

Be Specific: Describe the desired behavior clearly
Natural Movements: Use phrases like "natural hand gestures" and "maintaining eye contact"
Emotion Matters: Include emotional cues like "warm smile" or "confident demeanor"

Image Selection Tips

Good Quality: Choose clear, high-quality actor images
Appropriate Style: Select actors that match your content's tone (professional, casual, etc.)
Face Visibility: Make sure the actor's face is clearly visible

Settings Tips

Aspect Ratio: Automatically selected based on your input image
Image Dimensions: Choose or upload an image with the desired aspect ratio (wider = Landscape 16:9, taller = Portrait 9:16)
Consistency: Use images with consistent dimensions if creating multiple videos for the same platform

What to Expect

Generation Time

Quick Video: 2-3 minutes
The actual time may vary based on server load

Video Quality

High-quality output suitable for professional use
Optimized for the selected aspect ratio
Smooth video playback

File Format

Standard video format (MP4)
Compatible with most video players and platforms
Ready for direct upload to social media or websites

Troubleshooting

Generation Failed

Check Credits: Ensure you have at least 12 credits (Quick Video costs 12 credits)
Try Again: Sometimes temporary issues occur, try generating again
Check Script: Make sure your script is appropriate and doesn't violate content policies
Check Actor Image: Ensure your selected actor image is valid and accessible
Contact Support: If problems persist, contact support for help
Automatic Refund: If generation fails, your credits will be automatically refunded

Video Quality Issues

Try Premium Video: For higher quality and more control, switch to Premium Video mode (costs more credits)
Check Source Image: Make sure your source actor image is high quality and clear
Image Dimensions: Use images with good resolution for better video quality

Credit Issues

Check Balance: Verify your credit balance (shown on the Generate button)
Purchase Credits: Buy more credits from Settings → Credits if needed
Check Workspace: Ensure you're in the correct workspace with credits
Minimum Required: Quick Video requires 12 credits per generation

Next Steps

Now that you've created your first video:

Explore Other Features: Try Premium Video, Motion Craft, or Image Craft
Learn Advanced Settings: Read the full Quick Video guide for advanced options
Organize Your Content: Use tags to organize your generations
Share Your Video: Download and use your video in your projects
Create More: Experiment with different scripts, actors, and settings

Success Checklist

After following this guide, you should have:

✅ Accessed Video Craft Lite from the dashboard
✅ Selected Quick Video mode (showing "~2-3 min • 12 credits")
✅ Selected an actor/image for your video (Step 1 completed)
✅ Written a script and action prompt (Step 2 completed)
✅ Reviewed video settings with auto-selected aspect ratio (Step 3 completed)
✅ Generated your first video (Step 4 completed)
✅ Viewed your completed video in the preview canvas
✅ Downloaded your video (optional)

Congratulations on creating your first video! You're now ready to explore more advanced features like Premium Video, Motion Craft, or Image Craft, and create professional content for your projects.