"Can this AI make you a video god in seconds?
Want to use AI to make video, but afraid of too complicated operation? It's actually very simple. Many tools on the market today, such as Runway and Pika, hide technology. As long as you can type, you can generate animations.
At the end of last year, Runway released a Gen-2 version. It directly turns text into video, and the effect is quite good. One user only wrote "coffee shop on rainy days", and AI created a picture with raindrop effects. This is much better than when you could only do static pictures before.
The same goes for Pika. It has been optimized specifically for social media. Short videos you generate have a portrait ratio of 9:16 by default. This is particularly friendly to TikTok users. Many bloggers already use it to mass-produce content.
Of course, these tools are not yet perfect. Runway, for example, sometimes confuses the colors of objects. But if you try a few more times, you will find the pattern. The key is to get familiar with the basic functions first.
Many studios are now using this type of AI. Not because it is so powerful, but because it saves money. It used to cost several thousand yuan to hire an animator, but now it takes a few hundred yuan to cover the New Year. For small accounts, the savings are worth the money.
How to use it specifically? Start with the simple one. For example, when taking a product display, as long as you describe the scene well, AI can generate a dynamic picture. You don't have to learn editing yourself or buy equipment.
However, note that these AIs have a word limit. Runway can process up to 30 words at a time. So when writing a prompt, you should focus on the key points. For example,"a coffee cup on blue water" is more effective than "a coffee cup on the water, the water is blue".
There is another tip. After generating the video, cut it again yourself. What AI does is usually best in the first few seconds. Cut it out and add some music. The effect will be much better.
There is a new trend recently. Some tools are starting to support uploading images. You take a photo with your mobile phone, and AI can make it move. For example, an Internet celebrity posted photos of his own cat and generated an entire video of the cat dancing.
This type of AI is still being updated rapidly. What can be done now may become obsolete in a few months. So don't expect it to save you trouble in the long term. More about solving immediate content needs.
If you are new, it is recommended to start with the free version first. For example, Pika now has a trial account. Let's see if it meets your needs first. If you think it is enough, consider paying again.
A reminder. For AI-generated videos, the copyright is yours. But pay attention to the materials used. For example, celebrities appearing on the screen may cause trouble. This should be especially noted on TikTok.
In short, AI making videos is a new tool. Don't be afraid of it being too complicated. Try a few more times and you will find the method that suits you. Now that you enter the game, you can seize the first batch of opportunities. "
