Animate Your Designs: A Simple Guide to Midjourney's Video Features

Midjourney's video feature has arrived, and it offers new ways to bring your static images to life. Many people expected less, but this tool provides a fun and effective way to create moving content. It performs better than many other video generators and is truly enjoyable to use. If you have a Midjourney plan, you can start using it today.

Getting Started with Midjourney Video

Accessing the video feature is straightforward if you already have a Midjourney plan. It's included and gives you plenty of creation time, especially when compared to some very expensive models.

How to Animate Your Images

• Open any image you have made in Midjourney.

• You can also upload your own images to animate them.

• Look for the four animation options in the bottom right corner.

Understanding Animation Modes

There are two main ways to animate your images:

• [B]Auto Mode:[/B] This mode animates your image based on what Midjourney sees and your original image prompt. It's a quick way to see what the tool can do.

• [B]Manual Mode:[/B] This mode lets you type in a new prompt. You can change how the animation moves with specific text directions.

Within each mode, you also choose a motion setting:

• [B]Low Motion:[/B] This setting provides dynamic movement while keeping the animation consistent. It's often preferred for a stable look.

• [B]High Motion:[/B] This setting adds more energy. However, it can sometimes lead to more warping or changes in the image. Use it for scenes that need a chaotic or wild feel.

Midjourney video is very fast. It creates four animations at once for each setting you choose. This makes it a very quick AI video generator.

While previews come out in 480p, you can export your videos in full 1080p quality. When exporting, be sure to select the "download video for social media" button to get the best resolution. Do not pick the "download raw video" option.

For users looking to increase their output and work more efficiently, consider the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite. It is built to help you manage and scale your Midjourney video projects with greater ease, allowing you to focus more on your creative ideas.

Adding Movement to Abstract Concepts

Midjourney has a special way of animating images that other video tools struggle with, especially abstract or surreal designs. It is a lot of fun to see these images come to life. The tool holds designs together well, even with very unusual concepts.

Extending Your Video Creations

One useful option is the "extend" feature. If your video does not quite finish what you had planned, you can use this. For example, if you have a flying creature that just starts to lift off, you can extend the clip so it keeps flying.

How the Extend Feature Works

• Select either "low" or "high motion" for the extension.

• Add a new prompt to guide the ongoing movement.

• Each extension adds 4 seconds to your video.

• You can extend a video up to 21 seconds total.

• Transitions between extended segments are very smooth. Other video tools often have choppy transitions, but Midjourney handles this well.

For a series of complex actions, you can split them into multiple extensions. For instance, to show a dragon blowing fire and then a person sipping from a cup, you can use one prompt for the fire and a second prompt with an extension for the sipping. This provides better control over the action and makes the video flow naturally.

User-Friendly Interface and Organization

Midjourney's interface is a standout feature. It helps you stay organized. This is especially helpful when you are making many videos or trying different ideas. For example, you can scrub through all four versions of your video at once, which makes comparing clips simple. This saves time when picking the best take.

You can click a heart icon to mark liked generations. Later, you can filter your results to only see these favorites. You can also create folders or smart folders that arrange your videos automatically. All the organization features that made Midjourney great for images also apply to video, making it easy to keep track of your work.

To further improve your workflow and organization, especially with many video projects, explore the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite. It offers tools to streamline your process, so you can spend less time on management and more on creative tasks.

Maximizing Your Work with Unlimited Generations

For serious creators, the $60 per month plan offers unlimited generations in "relax mode." While these generations are a bit slower, they are still quite fast. This means you can line up many generations, step away, and return to find many video options ready for review. This is currently one of the most budget-friendly unlimited plans available for AI video tools, offering great value for extensive use.

Uploading Your Own Images

Midjourney also lets you animate your own images. Simply drag your picture into the "starting frame" box. Then, type your prompt (e.g., "a Viking walking into battle") and select your preferred motion setting. The tool does a good job of keeping character details consistent throughout the video.

Testing Midjourney's Video Limits

Here are some insights from various tests:

• [B]Hands:[/B] Surprisingly good, even with complex actions like playing the piano. This is better than the image generator in some ways.

• [B]Text:[/B] If an image already has text (like a tattoo), the text stays consistent, even with movement. However, don't expect Midjourney to create new text as part of the video.

• [B]Complex Motions:[/B] Breakdancing looked impressive and smooth. Gymnastics and cartwheels were more difficult for the tool. Action scenes like a fight or a T-Rex chase looked solid, especially for quick cuts in a larger video.

• [B]Precise Movements:[/B] Actions like dominoes falling or threading a needle were challenging for the tool. However, it produced a very natural close-up of an eye with a reflection and could shift camera focus realistically from foreground to background.

• [B]Emotions:[/B] Midjourney is very good at showing subtle and basic emotions. It also performs well with stronger emotions like groups of friends laughing or a couple arguing, even across different artistic styles. However, it struggles more with showing a change in emotion within a single clip, especially if the starting emotion is strong (like a smile changing to anger).

• [B]Walk and Run Cycles:[/B] These generally work well, with clear motion across extensions. It can even transition smoothly from a walk to a run during an extension.

You can also use creative upscalers like Astra from Topaz Labs to add detail and clean up AI-generated footage, including Midjourney videos. This can make your videos look even better, keeping the original style while improving clarity.

Content Moderation

The moderation for video content is stricter than for images. The tool might flag images even if Midjourney itself created them. This can sometimes be annoying. It often flags things that are violent or suggestive, but sometimes also simple images like a young woman with a dragon or old images with exposed shoulders. The filter can be overly sensitive at times.

Flexible Aspect Ratios and Stylistic Range

Midjourney video allows you to animate in any aspect ratio. Whether you want a wide, cinematic look or a very tall video, the tool can handle it. This flexibility supports various creative needs.

Where Midjourney truly stands out is its wide stylistic range. It excels across all kinds of illustrative styles, including anime, 3D animation, pixel art, hand-drawn sketches, and cartoons. It can create high-quality videos in pretty much any style you can imagine, from polished and cinematic to very stylized and experimental.

To take your Midjourney video work to the next level, consider integrating the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite. This tool can help you automate repetitive tasks, manage your projects more effectively, and explore an even wider range of creative possibilities with Midjourney's powerful video capabilities. Visit the link to learn more!

Final Thoughts on Midjourney Video

Overall, Midjourney video is a strong contender among current AI video models. While it might not be the absolute best for very complex movements or advanced camera work, its strengths lie elsewhere. It offers impressive speed, beautiful aesthetics, and a wide range of styles, especially for abstract or illustrative designs. The organization features are also top-tier, making it easy to manage your creations.

Combined with its affordable unlimited generation option in "relax mode," Midjourney provides great value for frequent users. It is an impressive release and a valuable addition for anyone already subscribed to Midjourney.