Welcome to Genra AI! Here, complex video creation is transformed into a simple conversation. This guide will help you navigate our new interface and master the "Chat-to-Video" workflow.
Editor Overview
The editor is divided into three main functional areas:
Left Sidebar:
- Filter Panel (Top): Your navigation hub. Switch views by Shots, Characters, Dialogues, etc.
- Chat Panel (Bottom): The creative brain. Input prompts here to drive the AI.
Right Main Area (Frame Grid): Your visual workspace showing all storyboard frames (Starting, Key, and Ending frames).
Top-Right Toolbar: Tools for Undo/Redo, Grid Scaling, and the [Play Button] to enter Timeline Preview.
🚀 Step 1: Start Your Project
1. Create a Project
Entry: Click the "New Project" card in your project list or the "Start Creating" button in the top right.
Essential Settings:
- Project Language: Determines the language of the generated scripts and dialogues.
- Resolution: Choose your aspect ratio (e.g., 16:9 for Widescreen or 9:16 for TikTok/Reels).
Note: Language and Resolution cannot be changed after creation.
2. Input Your Idea (The Magic Box)
Use the Chat Input at the bottom left to describe your vision in natural language:
💡 Example: "Create a 30-second Coca-Cola ad in an anime style."
Genra will automatically brainstorm the story, plan shots, and design characters for you.
3. Upload & Reference Assets
- Upload: Click the folder icon to upload your own images, videos, or audio.
- Reference: Drag an asset from the library into the chat box to tell the AI exactly how to use it. You can also right-click an asset to add it to the chat, or drag files directly from your local computer into the chat box.
🔍 Step 2: Refine Your Content
Use the Filter Panel to switch perspectives and edit specific details:
| Category | What can you do? |
|---|---|
| Timeline | Edit global style descriptions and generate/preview background music. |
| Shots | Modify shot specs (e.g., Close-up, Wide shot) and visual descriptions. |
| Characters | Define character appearances and generate/assign AI voices. |
| Dialogues | Edit script text and select speakers from a dropdown. |
| Scenes/Props | Manage environment and object descriptions to maintain consistency. |
🎨 Step 3: Managing Frames
Working with the Grid
- Scaling: Use the + / - buttons to adjust how many frames appear per row.
- Preview: Click any frame to open a high-res preview and edit it individually.
Batch Actions: Hover and check frames (hold Shift for multi-select) to reveal the action bar:
- Regenerate: Not happy with the image? Re-draw it instantly.
- Generate Video: Transform static frames into dynamic video clips.
🗣️ Pro Tip: Power Actions via Chat
Note: The following actions are performed exclusively through the Chat Input. Simply tell the AI:
- Structure Changes: "Add a new shot after shot 2," "Delete the last shot," or "Move shot 3 to the beginning."
- Characters: "Add a new character named Alex, a futuristic pilot."
- Global Edits: "Change the ending to a cliffhanger" or "Change the style of all shots to Cyberpunk."
- Image Editing： Click on any image to modify it using text descriptions. If you need to edit a specific area with annotations, click the Brush tool.
🎞️ Step 4: Preview, Edit & Export
Open Preview: Click the Play button in the top right to enter the Preview/Timeline mode.
Timeline Editing:
- Scene Duration: Drag the edges of a scene to adjust timing.
- Fine-Tuning: Adjust video playback range, speed, and audio synchronization on the timeline.
Export: Click the Export button, choose your quality settings, and download your masterpiece.
❓ FAQ & Tips
Q: How do I maintain character consistency?
A: Genra tracks this automatically. To improve results, refine the description in "Character Mode" and regenerate.
Q: How long does generation take?
A: Images usually take <30 seconds. Video generation may take a few minutes depending on complexity.
Keyboard Shortcuts:
Enter— Save edits / Send message.Esc— Cancel editing.Shift + Enter— New line in the chat box.
Ready to create? Type your first idea in the box below and let's go! 👇