2026-01-12

Make a Photo Talk

A talking photo is easiest when you keep the script short and use a clear, front-facing photo. Follow the steps below, then reuse the worked examples.

Quick Steps

A fast checklist you can follow in under a minute.

Open the tool

1
Open the Talking Photo tool.
2
Upload a clear photo (one face, good lighting).
3
Write a short script (1–2 sentences).
4
Choose a voice and generate.
5
Add captions and export.

Tool options you can choose

Modes:Type a script (TTS)Upload audio

Duration depends on your script/audio (billed per second).

Tutorial Examples (with prompts & settings)

Each example below is pre-selected for this guide (not random).

Example 1

Talking photo example 1

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How to use this example

1.Open the tool.
2.Follow the inputs & settings below.
3.No input file needed (prompt-only).
4.Use the keywords (or full prompt) and pick settings.
5.Generate and iterate (crop/lighting/prompt) if needed.

Settings (used in this example)

Open tool

Example 2

Talking photo example 2

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How to use this example

1.Open the tool.
2.Follow the inputs & settings below.
3.No input file needed (prompt-only).
4.Use the keywords (or full prompt) and pick settings.
5.Generate and iterate (crop/lighting/prompt) if needed.

Settings (used in this example)

Open tool

Tips

Short scripts reduce timing issues and feel more natural.
Clear punctuation helps pacing.
Front-facing photos usually animate better than side profiles.

FAQ

What kind of script works best?▼

Short, conversational sentences. Avoid long paragraphs and rapid speech.

Why does the mouth movement look odd?▼

It can happen with low-quality photos or long scripts. Use a clearer photo and shorter script.

Should I add captions?▼

Yes—captions increase watch time and make the clip easier to understand without sound.

Ready to generate?

Open the tool and reuse the prompts/settings above.

Open the main tool