Animate images with Pika
Demo summary
The user demonstrates the '/animate' command to upload a reference image and add optional text prompts to control the motion of the resulting AI video.
Step-by-step
- Type the /animate command
- Browse for and select an image in JPG, PNG, or GIF format
- Press Enter to generate immediately, or press Tab three times to add an optional text prompt
- Describe the specific subject and type of motion desired in the prompt field
Options
- Add an additional text prompt to control motion
- Generate directly from the image without a text prompt
Watch out for
- Requires a paid Pro license
- The described motion must not be too far removed from the reference image content
- Avoid using images that are blurry or contain text and logos
Tips
- The prompt should not describe the image itself, but rather who or what is moving
- Ensure the described motion matches the reference image content for smoother video generation
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