Steve.ai Animation Video Tutorial | How To Create Animated Explainer Videos

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22 Dec 202307:00

TLDRThis tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on creating an animated explainer video using Steve.ai. After logging in, users can select 'Text to Animation' and choose a category of 'Explainer Videos'. They can either pick a title from the provided options or write their own script. The sample script includes nine scenes, which can be customized, added, or removed to adjust the video's estimated duration. Users can select from six available templates and further personalize their video by changing the layout, color theme, and transition effects. Text visibility can be toggled, and scenes can be duplicated or deleted. The platform allows for voiceover or music addition, with a selection of free and premium options. The character and its actions can be customized, and text placement can be adjusted. Finally, users can add social media links and a logo, then publish their video in various qualities and sizes, with the option to remove the watermark for premium accounts.

Takeaways

  • 📝 Start by logging in to your dashboard and select 'Text to Animation' to create an explainer video.
  • 📚 Change the category to 'Explainer Videos' and choose from given titles or write your own script.
  • 🎬 Customize your script with options to add or remove scenes, which will adjust the estimated video duration.
  • 🌟 Choose from six available templates for your animation and select a layout that fits your content.
  • 🎨 Customize the color theme of your slides and choose transitions between slides.
  • ⏱️ Adjust the screen timer to control the duration each slide is displayed.
  • 🚫 Hide text for specific slides or all slides if you prefer a text-free presentation.
  • 🎵 Add voiceover or change the background music to suit the mood of your video.
  • 👧 Change the character and their actions within the video to fit the narrative.
  • 🔄 Duplicate scenes and make modifications for variety in your animation.
  • ➕ Add social media links and logos to the final slide for branding purposes.
  • 📦 After editing, publish your video, and choose the quality and size, with options for HD without a watermark for premium users.

Q & A

  • What is the first step to create an animated explainer video using Steve.ai?

    -The first step is to log in to your dashboard and select 'Text to Animation' to start creating your explainer animation video.

  • How can you customize the script for your explainer video?

    -You can either choose from the given titles to create a sample script or write your own script. You can also add, remove, or edit scenes to customize the script based on your preferences.

  • How does the estimated video duration change with the number of scenes?

    -The estimated video duration will decrease if you delete a scene and increase if you add a scene. The duration is directly proportional to the number of scenes included in the video.

  • What options are available for changing the layout of the video?

    -You can choose from various layouts available for each slide. You can also change the color theme or select your own custom color. Additionally, you can choose the transition style between slides.

  • How can you add an outro to your video?

    -If you don't like the last scene provided by the template, you can add a custom outro yourself. This allows you to include elements like your logo and social media handles.

  • What are the options for adding voice or music to the video?

    -You can add your own voice to the video or choose from a selection of music tracks. There are both free and premium music options available, depending on whether you have a premium account or not.

  • How can you change the character in the video?

    -You can select different characters and customize their actions. If you prefer a female character over a male one, you can change the character and choose the action you want the character to perform in each scene.

  • What are the options for adjusting the text in the video?

    -You can edit the text, change its color, and adjust its placement on the slide. You can also choose to hide the text from individual slides or from all slides if desired.

  • How can you adjust the duration of the video?

    -You can adjust the duration of the video by changing the screen timer for each slide. This will affect the overall length of the video.

  • What are the available options for publishing the final video?

    -After completing the video, you can click on 'Publish' to finalize it. You can choose the quality and size of the video, and if you have a premium plan, you can select Ultra HD quality. You can also change the title of the video before publishing.

  • Will there be a watermark on the published video?

    -If you have a premium plan, the published video will be without a watermark. If you do not have a premium plan, the video will be published in high definition with a watermark.

  • How can viewers interact with the video after it's published?

    -Viewers can like the video and subscribe to the channel. This encourages engagement and helps in promoting the video to a wider audience.

Outlines

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🎬 Creating an Explainer Video with Steve: Step-by-Step Guide

The first paragraph outlines the process of creating an explainer video using the 'Steve' platform. It begins with logging into the dashboard and selecting the 'Text to Animation' option. The user is instructed to change the category to 'Explainer Videos' and choose a title or write their own script. A sample script is provided with nine scenes that can be edited, added, or removed to adjust the video duration. The user can then select a template from six available options and customize the layout, color theme, and transition effects. The script also allows for hiding text, duplicating scenes, and adding voiceover or music. The video can be previewed before finalizing, with options to change text, character placement, and character actions. The character's appearance and actions can be further customized to fit the video's narrative.

05:01

📸 Customizing and Publishing Your Video: Final Touches

The second paragraph focuses on the final steps of video creation. It explains how to make further adjustments to the video, such as editing text, changing the color scheme, and altering the grid layout. The user can delete unwanted scenes to shorten the video or add an outro with social media links and a logo. After completing the video, it must be published. The user can select the video quality and size, with premium options available for those with a Premium plan. The video title can be changed, and the final product will be high definition without a watermark. The paragraph concludes with a prompt to like and subscribe to the channel for more content.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Animation

Animation refers to the process of creating a visual representation of movement or the illusion of movement through a series of images. In the context of the video, animation is the core technique used to create an explainer video, which involves bringing characters and scenes to life in a visually engaging way. For example, the script mentions 'explainer animation explainer video,' indicating that the video will use animated sequences to convey information.

💡Explainer Video

An explainer video is a short, animated or live-action film that explains a concept, product, or service in an engaging and easily understandable way. The video script describes the process of creating an explainer video using Steve.ai, which is a tool that allows users to select templates, customize scenes, and add text and characters to make a video that explains a particular topic.

💡Text-to-Animation

Text-to-Animation is a feature that allows users to convert written text into animated scenes. In the video script, it is mentioned as the starting point for creating an explainer video, where users can either choose from pre-existing titles or write their own script to be transformed into animated scenes.

💡Customization

Customization refers to the ability to modify and personalize various elements of the video, such as scenes, text, characters, and colors, to fit the user's preferences and the message they want to convey. The script highlights the customization options available in Steve.ai, such as adding or removing scenes, changing layouts, and selecting themes.

💡Scenes

Scenes are the individual segments or frames within an animation that together tell a story or convey information. The video script discusses the ability to add, remove, or edit scenes, with a total of nine scenes initially created for the sample script. Each scene can be customized to fit the narrative of the explainer video.

💡Templates

Templates are pre-designed layouts or frameworks that users can choose from to structure their video. The script mentions six templates in total, which provide a starting point for the video's design. Templates help users save time by providing a base design that can be further customized.

💡Transition

A transition in video production refers to the effect that occurs between two scenes or slides. The script describes various transition options, such as moving from bottom to top or left to right, which can be chosen to enhance the flow and visual appeal of the video.

💡Character

A character in an animated video is a figure or symbol that represents a person, animal, or object and can be used to act out the story or convey information. The video script allows users to choose and customize characters, including changing their actions and placement within the scenes.

💡Music

Music in an explainer video serves to enhance the mood and engagement of the content. The script mentions the option to add or change the music track, with a selection of free and premium music options available to suit the video's theme.

💡Publish

Publishing, in the context of the video script, refers to the final step where the user completes their video and makes it available for viewing or sharing. The script discusses the option to publish the video in different qualities and sizes, and the ability to remove the watermark for premium users.

💡Watermark

A watermark is a logo or mark embedded in a video to indicate the source or ownership of the content. The script mentions that with a premium account, users can publish their videos without a watermark, which is a common feature in free versions of video editing tools.

Highlights

Log in to your dashboard to start creating an explainer animation video with Steve.ai.

Select 'Text to Animation' to begin and change the category to 'Explainer Videos'.

Choose from provided titles or write your own script for the explainer video.

A sample script includes nine scenes, which can be added or removed as needed.

Editing scenes allows for customization based on personal preference.

Estimated video duration is displayed and changes with scene additions or deletions.

Text can be added or removed to adjust the video's length.

Choose from six available templates for your explainer video.

Customize the layout, color theme, and transition effects of each slide.

Adjust the screen timer to control the duration of each slide.

Hide text for specific slides or for the entire video if desired.

Duplicate scenes to create variations and further customize the video.

Add voiceover or change the background music to suit the video's theme.

Select from free or premium music options for your video.

Preview the video to see how changes affect the final product.

Modify the text, character placement, and character appearance as needed.

Choose character actions to fit the narrative of each scene.

Adjust the size and position of characters and text within the scene.

Delete unwanted scenes to shorten the video or add an outro for a closing statement.

Add social media links and a logo to the final slide for branding purposes.

Publish the video in your desired quality and size, with options for HD and watermark removal.