# Reference-to-Video

## What is Reference-to-Video?

**Reference-to-Video** mode allows you to generate entirely new video content by referencing up to four images. Whether it’s a character, prop, or scene, the model will extract features from your references and generate a video that maintains consistency while introducing new creative scenarios.

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This mode is perfect for creators who want to see their characters or objects in new environments, action sequences, or different camera angles without starting from scratch.
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### How to Use?

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**Select the "Reference-to-Video" Mode**: From the video mode options click on Add image which will open the modes tray, choose **Reference-to-Video** to start the process.

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**Upload Reference Images**: Provide one to four reference images of your subject(s), such as characters, props, or scenes. These images will serve as the basis for generating the video.
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**Describe the Scenario**: Write a prompt describing what you want to happen in the video. For example:

* "The character walking through a futuristic city at night, neon lights reflecting on wet streets."
* "A woman in a red dress dancing in a ballroom."
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**Set Parameters**: Choose video duration, resolution, and output format according to your preferences.
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**Generate the Video**: Click **Generate** and allow the model to create your video, maintaining subject consistency while introducing new dynamic elements.

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#### **Input Media Supported**

Reference-to-Video supports various input media to help guide video generation and editing, ensuring flexibility in your creative process.

**Images:**

* **Up to 4 images** can be uploaded for use in **Reference-to-Video** or **Image-to-Video**.
* **Resolution**: Minimum of 300px, max file size of 10MB.
* **Formats Supported**: JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP.

**Videos:**

* **1 video** can be uploaded for use in **Reference Video**.
* **Duration**: 3 to 10 seconds.
* **Max File Size**: 200MB.
* **Max Resolution**: 2K.

**Elements:**

* **Multiple images** (up to 4) can be uploaded or generated from different angles to form an element, providing more reference information for the model.
* **Note**:
  * When a video is present, you can upload up to **4 images/elements combined**.
  * Without a video, you can upload **up to 7 images/elements**.

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#### **Key Capabilities:**

* **Multi-Reference Subject Creation**: Build new subjects from one or more reference images, ensuring consistency in appearance, clothing, and accessories.
* **Subject Consistency**: Maintain the same identity for characters, props, and scenes across the entire video.
* **Creative Flexibility**: Generate dynamic new scenarios, actions, and environments while preserving the reference subject’s integrity.


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