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Mode 1. Image to Video

Open Filmora on your Windows computer and create a new project. Once you're in the editing workspace, you can access the Image to Video feature. Follow the steps below to get started:

Step 1. Access the Image to Video Feature

Once you create a new project in Filmora, press the Stock Media tab in the top menu. Expand the AI Media section. From there, choose the Image to Video feature to access the tool.

Step 2. Import the Reference Image

Next, import your reference image and choose a Picture Mode from 2 options. In Single image, you can use a single image for the video. However, the Stitch mode allows you to import more photos for reference. Then pick an Aspect Ratio and press Submit.

Step 3. Choose a Video Model

After that, choose an AI Video Model from the options, such as Veo 3.1. Describe the video motion and camera movement in up to 1500 characters and choose Resolution and Duration. Next, agree to the AIGC Usage Agreement and press the Generate option.

Step 4. Preview and Save the Video

Once the video is generated, access the My Files section under the AI Media option. Here, you’ll see your generated video. Drag and drop the video over the timeline if further editing is required. Then, simply press the Export button in the top right corner to save the final video.

Available AI Models in Filmora Image to Video

Filmora offers 6 AI models, each with different capabilities for generating videos from images. Some models support first and last frame inputs, while others focus on synchronized audio and higher video resolution. The table below explains their key characteristics and recommended uses to help you select a suitable model:

Mode 2. Reference to Video

The Reference to Video feature lets you use reference images to guide AI video generation. These steps will help you add your images and generate a video based on your requirements:

Step 1. Add Reference Images and Start Generation

Add reference images, input your text requirements, enable the AIGC Usage Agreement, and click Generate.

Step 2. Modify the Generated Video and Export

Add effects and other elements, then save using Export.

Mode 3. Video Element Editing

This utility allows you to blend the picture and video to generate a video with various modifications. You can add, replace, or delete elements by adding their pictures.

Add Element

Step 1. Select Video Element Editing and Add Element

Access the Video Element Editing section, enable Add Element, and import the source video.

Step 2. Add Image After Cropping

Insert the image to add as an element, select Picture Mode, choose Aspect Ratio, and hit Submit.

Step 3. Add Prompt and Configure Settings

Input the text prompt, specify Duration and Resolution, enable AIGC Usage Agreement, and hit Generate.

Step 4. Edit the Video and Export

Drag the video to the editing timeline for enhancements, then press Export to save.

Replace Element

Step 1. Access Replace Element and Add Video

Access Replace Element, add the video, and press Select the Area to be Swapped.

Step 2. Select the Area to be Replaced

Select the element to remove and press Submit.

Step 3. Add an Image of the Element to be Added

Import the picture of the new element, select Picture Mode and Aspect Ratio, and hit Submit.

Step 4. Input Text Prompt and Generate Video

Add the text prompt, select duration and resolution, enable AIGC Usage Agreement, and press Generate.

Step 5. Modify Video and Save

Add the result to the timeline, edit as needed, and hit Export to save.

Delete Element

Step 1. Start By Accessing Delete Element Mode

Access Delete Element and add the video to remove an element.

Step 2. Select the Element To Be Removed

Select the element to delete and press Submit.

Step 3. Add Text Requirement and Generate

Input the text prompt and press Generate.

Step 4. Review and Edit the Generated Video

Drag the video to the editing interface, edit if required, and press Export to save.

Step 1. Choose the Desired Template in Filmora

Access the Video Inspiration section, scroll through categories, and choose your template.

Step 2. Add Image and Crop It

Add the image, choose your preferred Aspect Ratio, and click Submit.

Step 3. Start the Inspiration Video Generation

Locate and click Generate to start the video generation process.

Step 4. Have a Look at the Video Inspiration and Save

Play the generated video in the preview window and save it using Export.