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2026-01-12

How to Make AI Videos from Photos

Image-to-video is the fastest path when you already have a photo. Use a clear image, keep motion simple, and match aspect ratio to your target platform.

Quick Steps

A fast checklist you can follow in under a minute.

Open the tool
  1. 1
    Open the Image to Video tool.
  2. 2
    Upload a clear photo (one face, good lighting, simple background).
  3. 3
    Add a short motion prompt (blink, smile, small head turn).
  4. 4
    Choose aspect ratio (9:16 for Shorts) and short duration (start with 5s).
  5. 5
    Generate, then improve crop/lighting if results wobble.
Tool options you can choose
Modes:StandardPro
Aspect ratio:16:99:16
Duration:5s10s4s / 6s / 8s (Audio mode)
Resolution:720p1080p
  • Silent version focuses on image motion. Audio version adds sound (options differ).

Tutorial Examples (with prompts & settings)

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

Example 1

Story motion (photo → video + prompt)

Image-to-Videoimage-to-video
How to use this example
  1. 1.Open the tool.
  2. 2.Choose mode: Image-to-Video.
  3. 3.Upload the input shown below.
  4. 4.Use the keywords (or full prompt) and pick settings.
  5. 5.Generate and iterate (crop/lighting/prompt) if needed.
Inputs
Image
Prompt keywords
In the picturea child and a bird are playing happilyThe bird flies onto the child's handand the child reaches out to catch itlaughing joyfully
Show full prompt (copy)
In the picture, a child and a bird are playing happily. The bird flies onto the child's hand, and the child reaches out to catch it, laughing joyfully.
Settings (used in this example)
Open tool
Example 2

Single image animation (photo → video)

Image-to-Videoimage-to-video
How to use this example
  1. 1.Open the tool.
  2. 2.Choose mode: Image-to-Video.
  3. 3.Upload the input shown below.
  4. 4.Use the keywords (or full prompt) and pick settings.
  5. 5.Generate and iterate (crop/lighting/prompt) if needed.
Inputs
Image
Settings (used in this example)
Open tool

Tips

  • Include shoulders in the frame to reduce wobble.
  • Avoid hands covering the face and busy backgrounds.
  • Use simple motion prompts—complex choreography increases artifacts.

FAQ

Do I need to write a prompt for image-to-video?▼
Often a short motion prompt helps, but even without one you can generate simple movement from a strong photo.
Why does the output look shaky?▼
It usually comes from low-quality inputs or tight crops. Use a clearer photo and include shoulders.
What aspect ratio should I use?▼
Use 9:16 for Shorts/TikTok. Match your target platform to avoid re-cropping later.

Ready to generate?

Open the tool and reuse the prompts/settings above.

Open the main tool
How to Make AI Videos from Photos (Image-to-Video)