Pika Labs Tutorial - Free Text To Video AI
TLDRThe video script introduces Pabs, an AI-based text-to-video generator that operates within Discord. It guides viewers on how to join the beta and craft effective prompts for creating cinematic video clips. The tutorial covers the use of the 'create' and 'animate' options, the importance of subtle movements, and adjusting aspect ratios. It also suggests using external tools like Dolly 3 or Mid Journey to enhance image quality before animating in Pabs. The video concludes by recommending Runway as an alternative platform for turning text or images into videos.
Takeaways
- 🚀 Pabs is a new text-to-video AI generator that can create cinematic video clips.
- 🔗 Access Pabs through the official website or by joining the beta on Discord.
- 📝 To get started, create a Discord account if you don't have one and join the Pabs community.
- 📢 Introductions and guidance on using Pabs can be found within the Discord server.
- 🎨 Create videos by crafting text prompts in the dedicated 'generate' channels or by messaging the Pika chatbot directly.
- ⏱️ Videos generated are 3 seconds long in the beta version and can be of various aspect ratios like 16:9 or 1:1.
- 🖼️ Improve video quality by using high-quality images or creating them in Mid Journey or Dolly 3.
- 🎬 The 'animate' option allows for better results by using an image as a starting point and adding subtle movements.
- 🔄 Alter prompts to adjust video aspects like size, style, and camera movements.
- 💡 For subtle movements, use terms like 'subtle face movement' to avoid distortion.
- 🔍 Consider using other platforms like Runway for more advanced text-to-video conversion, although it is a paid service.
Q & A
What is pabs and what can it do?
-Pabs is a new text-to-video AI generator that can create short, cinematic video clips based on the text prompts provided by users.
How do you get started with pabs?
-To get started with pabs, you need to visit the pabs website, join the beta program, and create a Discord account if you don't already have one. Once in the pabs Discord server, you can follow the introductions and start creating videos.
Where can you find the generate channels in pabs Discord?
-Inside the pabs Discord server, you can find the generate channels where people share their creations and prompts. You can also create your prompt directly by messaging the Pika chatbot.
What is the default video length generated by pabs?
-The default video length generated by pabs is 3 seconds long during its beta phase.
How can you change the aspect ratio of the generated videos?
-You can change the aspect ratio by typing '-AR' followed by a space and then the desired aspect ratio, such as '1x1' for a square or '9x16' for a vertical video.
What is the animate option in pabs used for?
-The animate option in pabs is used to bring an image to life by adding subtle movements and animations to it.
What are the five parts of a perfect prompt structure in pabs?
-The five parts of a perfect prompt structure are: the subject, the scene, the shot description, the style, and the aspect ratio.
What are some tips for creating better results with pabs?
-For better results, use subtle movements, start with closer shots like medium or close-ups, and consider using external tools like Dolly 3 or Mid Journey to create high-quality images before animating them in pabs.
What is the recommended approach for adding camera movements in the prompt?
-The recommended approach is to keep camera movements limited to get the best results. You can add movements like zoom in, zoom out, pan left, pan right, tilt down, or tilt up.
What is Runway and how does it compare to pabs?
-Runway is a leading platform for turning text or images into videos. Unlike pabs, which is in beta and free during the tutorial recording, Runway is a paid platform known for its high-quality output.
How can users enhance their pabs-generated videos?
-Users can enhance their pabs-generated videos by taking them into a video editing platform, slowing them down to stretch out the length, and adding subtle movements to make the animations more natural.
Outlines
🎥 Introduction to pabs Text-to-Video AI Generator
This paragraph introduces pabs, a new text-to-video AI generator capable of creating visually appealing video clips. The speaker explains the process of getting started with pabs, which involves visiting the pabs website, joining the beta program hosted on Discord, and creating a Discord account if necessary. The speaker guides the audience through the Discord interface, highlighting the different channels and the option to message the Pika chatbot for direct interaction. The paragraph emphasizes the importance of crafting the perfect prompt to achieve cinematic results and provides a walkthrough of creating a video by using the 'create' command with a sample prompt. The speaker also mentions that the service is currently in beta and free, hinting at a potential pricing model in the future.
🎬 Crafting the Perfect Prompt for pabs
This paragraph delves into the specifics of creating an effective prompt for pabs. The speaker outlines the five parts of a successful prompt: subject, scene, shot description, style, and aspect ratio. The paragraph explains how to structure the prompt to achieve desired results, such as specifying the size and orientation of the video (e.g., 16:9, 1:1, or 9:16). The speaker demonstrates how to refine prompts for subtler animations and camera movements, emphasizing the importance of using subtle movements for better results. The paragraph also discusses the limitations of the beta version, such as the 3-second video length, and suggests using alternative platforms like Dolly 3 or mid journey for creating images to animate. The speaker recommends Runway as another platform for turning text or images into videos and mentions a tutorial for it, encouraging viewers to explore these options for enhanced video creation.
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Keywords
💡AI generator
💡Text prompt
💡Discord
💡Beta version
💡Video clip
💡Aspect ratio
💡CGI animated character
💡Mid Journey
💡Dolly 3
💡Runway
💡Subtle movement
Highlights
Pabs is a new text-to-video AI generator capable of creating interesting and cinematic video clips.
To get started with Pabs, you need to join the beta through a link on the Pabs website which leads to Discord.
Creating a Discord account is necessary if you don't already have one to access Pabs.
Inside the Pabs Discord, there are introductions and generate channels for users to see creations and prompts.
You can message the Pika chatbot directly in Discord to create your prompts privately.
To generate a video, type '/create' in the message box followed by your text prompt.
Videos generated by Pabs are 3 seconds long in beta and completely free at the moment.
The default video size generated is 16 by 9, but you can change the aspect ratio with '/-AR' followed by the desired format.
For better results, use the '/animate' option and an image as a prompt, especially if you have a Mid Journey membership.
If you don't have Mid Journey, you can use Dolly 3 inside Bing for free to create images for your prompts.
The perfect prompt structure consists of five parts: subject, scene, shot description, style, and aspect ratio.
In the beta version, subtle movements work best for text-to-video generation platforms.
You can alter the prompt for additional subtle movements or camera actions like zooms and pans.
Closer shots generally yield better results than wide shots in text-to-video generation.
Runway is another platform for turning text or images into videos, which is paid but highly effective.
The tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on how to craft the perfect prompt for Pabs and how to use the platform effectively.
The video showcases examples of prompts and the resulting videos, demonstrating the capabilities of Pabs.
