On the Adobe Firefly webpage, select Image to video.
Last updated on
Jun 27, 2025
Learn how to effortlessly create videos using keyframe images and text prompts.
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Create videos using images and text prompts in a few simple steps.
Powered by Adobe Firefly and commercially safe, Generate Video allows you to craft brand-new video clips. By using a mix of prompts and keyframe images, you can animate still shots and illustrations, transforming them into captivating video clips.
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On the Generate video page, under the Frame option, upload an image from your device or Adobe cloud storage for the first keyframe.
Note:Availability of our generative AI capabilities, including those from the Firefly video and audio models, may vary based on geographic location, user type, and regulatory requirements. Learn more here.
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When you upload a keyframe image that doesn't match the selected aspect ratio, a cropper tool automatically pops up, where you can determine how you want to crop the image.
Once a keyframe image is uploaded, you can hover over the thumbnail to see the larger preview image. Moving your cursor over the preview will reactivate the crop tool, allowing you to adjust the crop using the handles.
Hover over the thumbnail to see a larger preview; moving the cursor over it activates the crop tool for adjustments. Hover over the thumbnail to see a larger preview; moving the cursor over it activates the crop tool for adjustments. -
Along with the image for the first keyframe, you can also upload one for the end keyframe to conclude the video. These uploaded images for the first and end keyframes serve as fixed points, providing guidance to ensure the video starts and ends with them.
The uploaded images serve as the initial and final keyframes, guiding the video to start and end with them. The uploaded images serve as the initial and final keyframes, guiding the video to start and end with them. Note:The uploaded image determines the shot size and angle for the generated video, so these options are turned off for Image to video.
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The Model will be Firefly Video by default.
Firefly Video is the default for generating videos with the Generate video feature. Firefly Video is the default for generating videos with the Generate video feature. -
In the General settings section, use the Model dropdown menu to select from Adobe or partner video models.
Note:The settings available for video generation may differ depending on the video model you select. Learn about generating videos with the Veo 2 or Veo 3 model.
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Select the resolution from 540p, 720p, or 1080p.
Specify the resolution for the generated video to match the desired quality and playback requirements. Specify the resolution for the generated video to match the desired quality and playback requirements. Note:Different resolutions use varying amounts of generative credits. Learn more about it here.
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Select the aspect ratio from Widescreen (16:9), Vertical (9:16), or Square (1:1).
Specify the aspect ratio for the generated video to match the desired output format, such as standard widescreen or specific social media platforms. Specify the aspect ratio for the generated video to match the desired output format, such as standard widescreen or specific social media platforms. -
The Frames per second is set to a default 24 FPS.
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Select from the available camera Motion options to guide the camera's movement within the generated video:
- Zoom in: Move the camera lens closer to the subject, making it appear larger as the video proceeds.
- Zoom out: Move the camera lens away from the subject, making it appear smaller as the video proceeds.
- Move left: Rotate the camera horizontally to the left side.
- Move right: Rotate the camera horizontally to the right side.
- Tilt up: Shift the camera vertically upward.
- Tilt down: Shift the camera vertically downward.
- Static: Keep the camera fixed in one position without any movement.
- Handheld: Simulate the effect of handheld camera footage, creating a shaky or unstable appearance.
Note:The camera Motion section will be disabled upon uploading a second image for the end keyframe, as the camera positions in each image will determine the motion between them.
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Enter a text prompt in the Prompt field.
Note:- A text prompt is necessary if you've uploaded only the first keyframe.
- If you've uploaded both the first and end keyframe images, providing a prompt is optional. However, describing the content of these keyframes will help create a smoother transition, as the text prompt guides the transition between them.
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Select Generate .
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Hover your cursor above the generated video to preview, download, rate, and submit to Firefly Community gallery.
You can also select Generate sound effects, if you want to add sound effects to the video using text prompts or your own voice recording.
After the video generation is complete, it will appear in your history strip, ready for download to your local device. You could also go to the Generation History tab on the Files page where all generated images and videos are auto-saved.
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Select the History icon to show or hide the video generation history, and selecting the preview images will load the generated video along with its settings.
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