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Image to Video for Mac

The Image-to-Video functionality in Filmora for Mac allows you to create compelling visual content by converting your mundane images into video masterpieces. The new Filmora update has added the Veo 3 model, which creates high-quality video with audio from images. Apart from that, you can select templates from a vast library and transform your imported content into anything.

How to Use Filmora’s Image to Video Feature on Mac

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Entry 1. Acquire the Video Generation Section

Mode 1. Image to Video - Veo 3

Step 1. Choose Image to Video - Veo 3 for Video Generation

After accessing the Image to Video section from the Stock Media panel, opt for the Image Generation section and enable the Image to Video - Veo 3 section. Next, add the image you want to convert and enter the text requirements below. Finally, press the Generate button to start the generation.

access image to video veo 3 mac
Step 2. Preview the Generated Video and Save

Preview the video once it is generated within the preview window, and hit the Export button to successfully save it to your system.

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Mode 2. Start/End Frame to Video

Step 1. Insert Frame Images and Generate

Navigate to the Start/End Frame to Video section and add the start and end images into the designated fields. Next, type the text prompt and hit the Generate button to execute the image-to-video generation process.

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Step 2. Play the Video and Export

Once the video is generated, add elements according to your requirements and press the Export button to export the video to your device.

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Mode 3. Reference to Video

Step 1. Start by Adding Reference Images and Then Generate

Begin the process by adding reference images under the Reference to Video section and input the text prompt. Next, choose the Resolution and Duration and press the Generate button.

add reference image to video
Step 2. Make Changes to the Video And Save

When the video is created, play it within the preview window and make changes if required. Finally, head to the top-right corner of the interface and press Export to save the video.

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Mode 4. Video Editing Element

This feature allows you to merge images and videos to create a video with various changes. You can replace an element with another one or delete an existing one by inserting the corresponding image.

Add Element

Import the image of the element you want to include in the video and provide details through a text prompt. To use the add element mode from the feature, read the steps mentioned below:

Step 1. Select Video Element Editing and Add Element

Access the Video Element Editing section within the Image to Video interface, enable the Add Element option, and import the video using the designated option.

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Step 2. Add Image After Cropping

Upload the image to add as an element, choose the Picture Mode, and select the Aspect Ratio. Save the applied changes by clicking on the Submit button located at the bottom.

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Step 3. Add Prompt and Configure Settings

Once the media is imported, enter the text prompt and expand Settings to set Duration and Resolution. Finally, hit the Generate button located within the interface to start the process.

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Step 4. Edit the Video and Export

After generation, drag the video to the timeline for further editing using Filmora's enhancements. Finally, click Export at the top right to save the completed video.

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Replace Element

This function lets you remove an element from the video and replace it with another image. Here's how you can replace an element:

Step 1. Access Replace Element and Add Video

Open the Replace Element section and add the video in which you want to swap an element. Then, click on Select the Area to be Swapped option to enter the following interface.

opt for replace element
Step 2. Select the Area to be Replaced

In the next window, make the selection for the element you want to remove by clicking on it. Hit the Submit button to save the selection made.

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Step 3. Add an Image of the New Element

Once the element is specified, add the image for the element which needs to be induced in the video. Import the image of the element, select Picture Mode and Aspect Ratio, then hit Submit.

add element to be replaced
Step 4. Input Text Prompt and Generate Video

Provide the text prompt with details in the designated text field, set Duration and Resolution, and click Generate to begin replacing the element.

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Step 5. Modify Video and Save

Add the generated video to the timeline to apply edits using Filmora's editing tools. Finally, click Export to successfully save the video to your device.

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Delete Element

If you wish to remove an unwanted element from the video, you can precisely select and delete it using this feature. To learn how to use this process, read the steps mentioned below:

Step 1. Start By Accessing Delete Element Mode

Go to the Delete Element mode under Video Editing Element and add the video where you want to remove the element using the designated option.

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Step 2. Select the Element To Be Removed

In the following interface, select the element that you want to remove by clicking on it and pressing the Submit button.

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Step 3. Add Text Requirement and Generate

Moving forward, enter the text prompt specifying your requirements in the text field and configure video settings. Finally, press the Generate button located below to start the element removal process.

input settings and generate video
Step 4. Review and Edit the Generated Video

Once completed, drag the video to the editing interface for any necessary adjustments. Click Export to save the final video to your device.

export video after generation

Entry 2. Choose Video Inspiration

Step 1. Choose the Template From the Inspiration Section

After accessing the Video Inspiration section, choose the template from the library and click on it to preview it within the preview window.

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Step 2. Insert Your Image and Choose Aspect Ratio

Add the image you want to transform and select the mode and aspect ratio in the following window. Hit the Submit button to save the changes.

define image parameters and proceed
Step 3. Start Video Generation Process

Once the image is added, hit the Generate button to start the process for image-to-video conversion.

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Step 4. Check the Results and Save Video

After the final results are generated, click on the Play icon within the preview window to review the results and hit the Export button to save the generated video to your Mac device.

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