# Upscale Video

### Summary

The Upscale Video Node increases the resolution and visual quality of an existing video using AI. It sharpens details, improves clarity, and enhances overall fidelity all while preserving the natural motion and smoothness of the original footage. Whether you're working with low-resolution AI-generated clips or older footage that needs a quality boost, this node prepares your videos for large displays, cinematic projects, or professional delivery.

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### How to Use

1. Add the Node:
   * Click the Add (+) button and select Upscale Video from the Video node category.
2. Connect a Video:
   * Link a video from another node (such as Generate Video, Import, or Extend).
3. Configure Settings:
   * Select your preferred Model and adjust the Upscaling Factor and other parameters from the Properties panel.
4. Generate:
   * Click Run, and the AI will produce an upscaled version of the video with enhanced resolution and detail.

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### Choosing the Right Settings

| Setting          | Type                    | Impact on Output                                                                                                            |
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| Model            | Dropdown                | Selects the AI model used for upscaling. Different models balance between speed, detail preservation, and output quality.   |
| Upscaling Factor | Dropdown (e.g., 2x, 4x) | Controls how much the resolution increases. Higher factors produce larger, more detailed output but take longer to process. |
| Seed             | Number Input            | A fixed number for reproducible results across generations.                                                                 |

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### Sample Use Cases

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<summary>Polishing AI-Generated Clips for Professional Use</summary>

Most AI video models output at 720p or lower. Chain the Upscale Video node after Generate Video to bring clips up to 1080p or 4K for client delivery, showreels, or broadcast.

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<summary>Restoring Low-Resolution Footage</summary>

Enhance older or compressed video files social media downloads, archived footage, or screen recordings by upscaling them to a higher resolution with improved sharpness and clarity.

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<summary>Preparing Content for Large Displays</summary>

Upscale video content for presentations on large screens, digital signage, or trade show displays where low-resolution artifacts become highly visible.

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### Upscale Video Models

Visit [Video Models](https://help.imagine.art/workflows/understanding-nodes/video-nodes/video-models) to explore all available models and find the one that fits your needs for creating or transforming videos.