Step-by-step InVideo AI guide

How to Use InVideo AI to Generate AI Images & Videos

This practical guide walks through the complete InVideo AI workflow: writing prompts, generating images, creating videos, editing compositions on the canvas, and exporting your final creations. Written for artists, content creators, and anyone curious about AI-generated visuals.

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5-15 sec

Typical image generation speed

Multiple styles

From anime to photorealism

Image & video

Both generation modes available

Workflow

A complete InVideo AI workflow from prompt to finished creation

Step 1

1 min

Open InVideo AI and choose your mode

Visit InVideo AI in your browser and decide what you want to create. Choose between text-to-image, text-to-video, or image-to-image mode. Each one starts with a prompt or reference file.

Start with image mode if this is your first time.
Video mode works best with prompts that describe motion or scenes.

Step 2

1-2 min

Write a clear, descriptive prompt

Describe your scene in natural language. Include the subject, environment, lighting, mood, and style. For example: 'a cyberpunk city street at night with neon signs, cinematic lighting, wide angle, 4K.' The more detail you give, the closer the result will match your vision.

Be specific about style: anime, photorealistic, cinematic, etc.
Include mood and lighting keywords for better atmosphere.

Step 3

1 min

Choose your style and settings

Select an artistic style from the available presets. Adjust the aspect ratio (16:9 for video, 9:16 for social, 1:1 for squares) and the number of outputs. Each style changes how the AI interprets your prompt.

Wide ratios work better for landscapes and cinematic shots.
Portrait ratio is ideal for character designs and social content.

Step 4

5-30 sec

Generate and review your creation

Click generate and watch your prompt come to life. Images appear in seconds, videos take a bit longer. Review the output and decide if you want to refine it further or generate variations.

Use the seed feature to reproduce a specific result later.
Generate multiple variations and pick the best one.

Step 5

2-5 min

Edit on the AI canvas (optional)

Use the multi-layer canvas to refine your creation. Remove unwanted elements, expand the background, blend multiple generated images, or add new AI-generated layers. The canvas gives you fine-grained control over the final composition.

Use inpainting to replace specific areas of the image.
Outpainting lets you extend the scene beyond the original frame.

Step 6

1 min

Download and share your work

Export your finished creation in high resolution. Images download as PNG or JPEG. Videos export in standard formats ready for social media, presentations, or further editing. Save the prompt if you plan to create a series.

Keep your prompts organized—they're reusable.
Create variants by tweaking the prompt instead of starting from scratch.

Pro tips

Prompt tips and best practices for InVideo AI

Write descriptive, action-oriented prompts

InVideo AI responds best to prompts that describe both what you see and what you want to feel.

Start with the subject, then add environment, lighting, and style.
Use visual adjectives: majestic, serene, dramatic, minimalist.
End with a quality tag like 'high detail, 4K, sharp focus'.

Specify style early in your prompt

The style keyword at the beginning helps InVideo AI set the rendering direction from the start.

'Anime style: ...' produces a different result than 'Photorealistic: ...'.
'Cinematic: ...' triggers film-like lighting and depth of field.
Reference art movements: 'Studio Ghibli style', 'Baroque', 'Cyberpunk'.

Iterate and refine

The first result is a starting point, not always the final version.

Tweak one variable at a time: change the prompt, style, or settings.
Use the same seed to compare changes side by side.
Save successful prompts as templates for future projects.

FAQ

Common questions before you start

Can InVideo AI generate both images and videos?

Yes. InVideo AI supports text-to-image, text-to-video, image-to-image, and image-to-video generation. You can switch between modes without leaving the interface.

What should I write in a prompt for best results?

Include the subject, scene, lighting, mood, and style. The more specific you are, the better the AI understands your intent. For example: 'A fox in a snowy forest, golden hour lighting, cinematic style, high detail.'

Can I edit images after generation?

Yes. Use the canvas editor to inpaint, outpaint, remove elements, or combine multiple generations into one composition. The canvas works with natural language edits too.

What is a good prompt for InVideo AI video generation?

Describe motion and scene changes. For example: 'A time-lapse of flowers blooming in a garden, soft morning light, slow motion, cinematic 4K.' Motion keywords help the video generator understand the pacing.