Reference & editing workflows
AI Video Motion Reference Guide
Assign the source video a precise role: body motion, object movement, camera trajectory or timing. Do not accidentally ask the model to copy everything visible in the source.
Body motion
Transfer pose timing and direction.
Camera motion
Transfer trajectory only when you also want the source viewpoint behavior.
Rhythm
Useful for dance, performance or beat-synced movement.
Target lock
The target subject should keep its own identity and materials.
A practical reference workflow
- Identify the exact role of every reference: identity, product, environment, motion, start frame, end frame or edit target.
- Write down the elements that must remain unchanged before describing motion or edits.
- Describe one primary change at a time: action, camera, lighting, background, style or continuation.
- End with a stable target state that can be reviewed, edited or used as the next clip reference.
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Use AI Video Motion Reference Guide to understand the workflow and production choices before opening a generator. It targets the informational “how to” intent, not the tool intent.
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