Given a reference video with wanted semantics as a video prompt, Video-As-Prompt animate a reference image with the same semantics as the reference video.
Generated videos are semantically consistent with reference videos, whether it's motion, style, or camera guidance
Plug-and-play system that generates videos without specialized training or custom models
Explore different styles, motions, and camera movements to produce truly unique content
How to use Video-As-Prompt to generate videos that are semantically consistent with reference videos for research, education, and creative prototyping.
Begin by uploading a static image or a video as the reference for generating the desired content.
Select a reference video or image that defines the semantic concept (e.g., style, motion, concept). This will guide the AI in generating the target video.
Specify the intended concept, style, or motion. This is where you can set how the video will evolve from the reference.
Let the AI process the input and generate the video based on your preferences and the selected reference. You can preview and edit the result before finalizing.
After finalizing the video, you can download or share it on your desired platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc.
Explore different types of semantic-guided video generation powered by Video-As-Prompt
Video-As-Prompt generates videos that share a high-level concept semantic, such as entity transformation or entity interaction.
Example: The target becomes a ladudu doll or Minecraft character.
Example: An AI lover approaches the target, and the target is covered by liquid metal.
Video-As-Prompt generates videos in a reference style, such as popular animation or artistic styles.
Inspired by the artistic and imaginative style of Studio Ghibli films.
Capture the unique animation style of The Simpsons.
Create a vibrant and blooming visual style with vivid color contrasts.
Video-As-Prompt generates videos with a reference motion, including non-human and human motion.
Example: Floating motion, like balloons floating in the air.
Example: Shaking-style dance or movement.
Video-As-Prompt generates videos that follow reference camera motion, from basic translations to complex camera techniques.
Classic dolly zoom effect, commonly used in thrillers.
Dynamic zoom-out, transitioning from a detailed subject to the Earth's view.
Camera rotating around the object or subject.
Horizontal left camera translation.
Video-As-Prompt lets users create consistent, high-quality videos by controlling concept, style, and motion, offering great flexibility and efficiency in the creative process.
Video-As-Prompt offers a powerful in-context control feature, allowing users to specify the desired outcome for their videos by using reference video prompts. This flexibility enables the generation of highly customized content without requiring extensive video editing or technical skills. By simply uploading a reference video and adjusting semantic parameters, users can quickly generate videos that are semantically aligned with their vision.
One of the standout features of Video-As-Prompt is its zero-shot semantic-guided generation framework. Users can plug in their reference videos or images, and the AI seamlessly generates videos without the need for specialized training. This "plug-and-play" system makes it easy for users to get started, without requiring them to create custom models or datasets, providing a simple yet powerful tool for video generation.
With advanced semantic alignment, Video-As-Prompt transforms images into videos, saving time and unlocking creative potential with high-quality, zero-shot generation.
Semantic Precision
Video-As-Prompt ensures that the generated videos are semantically consistent with the chosen reference videos. Whether it's motion, style, or camera guidance, the system understands the underlying concept and applies it with precision.
Time Efficiency
Traditional video creation and editing can be time-consuming. With Video-As-Prompt, users can generate high-quality videos in a fraction of the time, allowing for faster prototyping and content creation.
Creative Freedom
The ability to use any video or image as a reference gives users endless creative possibilities. They can explore different styles, motions, and camera movements to produce truly unique content that fits their creative vision.
Ease of Use
Designed for both novice and expert users, Video-As-Prompt offers an intuitive interface that allows anyone to generate videos effortlessly, without requiring technical expertise or a steep learning curve.
Discover how Video-As-Prompt can transform your content creation workflow across various industries and applications.
YouTubers, TikTokers, and Instagram influencers can use Video-As-Prompt to quickly generate videos that match the latest trends, saving time on video production and editing.
Marketers can create personalized, high-quality promotional videos for ads, product showcases, and social media campaigns. The ability to match brand style and tone makes it ideal for creating consistent, impactful content.
E-commerce platforms and stores can use Video-As-Prompt to generate dynamic product demo videos, helping increase customer engagement and conversions by showcasing products in action.
Educational institutions and researchers can leverage Video-As-Prompt for generating educational videos, tutorials, and simulations, making learning materials more engaging and visually appealing.
Filmmakers, game designers, and creative professionals can use this tool for prototyping animations, visual effects, and scene designs, reducing the need for extensive manual animation work.
Video-As-Prompt supports a wide range of downstream applications and enables flexible semantic-controlled video generation across domains.
Different reference videos (different semantics) + same image → generate videos aligned with each semantic meaning.
Different reference videos (same semantic) + same image → generate videos consistently aligned with the shared semantic.
Same reference video + different images → transfer the same semantic (concept/style/motion/camera) to different subjects.
Same reference video & image + modified text prompt → preserve core semantics and identity while fine-tuning fine-grained attributes.
Follow the steps below to install and run Video-As-Prompt locally. The setup is optimized for experimentation, education, and creative prototyping.
git clone https://github.com/bytedance/Video-As-Prompt.git
cd Video-As-Prompt
pip install -r requirements.txt
bash env.shpython infer/sample_infer.py --image img.png --ref_video ref.mp4For Experimentation
Perfect for testing different semantic-guided generation approaches
For Education
Ideal for learning video generation concepts and techniques
For Creative Prototyping
Quickly prototype video concepts without extensive production work
We have evaluated Video-As-Prompt (VAP) with other open-source as well as close-source commercial models (Kling / Vidu). The numerical results indicate that Video-As-Prompt (VAP) surpasses all non-unified baselines under various semantic conditions as the first unified and generalizable semantic-controlled video generation model!
| Model | Clip Score(⬆) | Motion Smoothness(⬆) | Dynamic Degree(⬆) | Aesthetic Quality(⬆) | Alignment Score(⬆) | Preference Rate(⬆) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VACE (Original) | 5.88 | 97.60 | 68.75 | 53.90 | 35.38 | 0.6 |
| VACE (Depth) | 22.64 | 97.65 | 75.00 | 56.03 | 43.35 | 0.7 |
| VACE (Optical Flow) | 22.65 | 97.56 | 79.17 | 57.34 | 46.71 | 1.8 |
| CogVideoX-I2V | 22.82 | 98.48 | 72.92 | 56.75 | 26.04 | 6.9 |
| CogVideoX-I2V (LoRA) | 23.59 | 98.34 | 70.83 | 54.23 | 68.60 | 13.1 |
| Kling / Vidu | 24.05 | 98.12 | 79.17 | 59.16 | 74.02 | 38.2 |
| Video-As-Prompt | 24.13 | 98.59 | 77.08 | 57.71 | 70.44 | 38.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Video-As-Prompt
Video-As-Prompt is an AI-powered tool that allows users to generate videos by combining reference videos or images. The output video follows the semantic guidelines set by the reference, enabling users to quickly generate unique and creative content.
Upload a reference video or image, select the semantic outcome you want (concept, style, motion, or camera movement), and let the AI generate the video based on these inputs. You can preview and make simple edits before finalizing the video.
Yes! You can combine different reference styles, motions, and concepts to generate videos, creating rich, multi-layered content.
The video generation is semantically accurate based on the reference you provide. The more detailed the reference, the more the AI can understand and generate a video that matches your vision.
You can easily export and share your videos on various social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more.
Yes, after the video is generated, you can make simple edits such as adjusting colors, adding text, or changing the music to fine-tune it to your needs.
The tool is accessible via web browsers, and a stable internet connection is required for optimal performance. Video-As-Prompt works across all modern browsers and platforms.