The Prompt Bar

Your creative command center

The prompt bar is where you describe your video and access all generation options.

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Annotated prompt bar with labeled callouts: + button, text input, settings icon, create button

Elements

ElementDescription
+ ButtonOpen the image panel to add starting images and references
Text InputDescribe your video scene in detail
Settings IconAccess video settings (aspect ratio, duration, quality)
Create ButtonSubmit your video for generation

Dynamic Placeholders

The placeholder text changes based on your current mode:

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  • "What will you create?" - Text-to-video mode
  • "Describe how to animate this image..." - Image-to-video mode
  • "Describe what happens next..." - Extend mode (coming soon)

Pro Features

Pro subscribers see additional controls in the prompt bar:

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  • Camera Icon - Access Camera & Style Presets
  • Prompt Coach - Real-time feedback appears below the input

Keyboard Shortcuts

ShortcutAction
EnterSubmit prompt (when focused)
EscapeClose open panels