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Veo (Google)

Optimizing prompts for Google's Veo video generation model.

Veo is Google's advanced video generation model, excelling at understanding motion, physics, and temporal relationships. VPA tailors prompts to leverage Veo's unique strengths.

Key Characteristics

  • Maximum prompt length: 800 characters
  • Video duration: Up to 60 seconds
  • Resolution: Up to 4K
  • Frame rates: 24fps to 60fps options

What Veo Does Well

  • Motion understanding: Complex, natural movement
  • Physics simulation: Realistic object interactions
  • Temporal coherence: Smooth, consistent sequences
  • Natural scenes: Landscapes, nature, environments
  • Action sequences: Dynamic movement and sports
  • Weather effects: Rain, snow, wind, atmosphere

Prompt Structure for Veo

VPA structures Veo prompts with motion emphasis:

  1. Action & Movement: What's happening, how it moves
  2. Subject: Who or what is involved
  3. Environment: Setting and context
  4. Atmosphere: Weather, time of day, mood
  5. Technical: Camera, style, quality
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Motion first

Veo responds particularly well when motion and action are described early in the prompt. Lead with what's moving and how.

Effective Vocabulary

Terms that work particularly well with Veo:

Motion Descriptors

  • Flowing, sweeping, graceful, dynamic
  • Accelerating, decelerating, continuous
  • Natural movement, fluid motion, organic

Physics Terms

  • Gravity, momentum, inertia
  • Collision, interaction, reaction
  • Floating, falling, rising, spinning

Environmental Effects

  • Wind-blown, rain-soaked, sun-dappled
  • Misty, foggy, dusty, smoky
  • Rippling water, rustling leaves, flowing fabric

Common Pitfalls

  • Static descriptions: Veo wants motion, not still life
  • Over-styling: Heavy stylization can fight physics
  • Complex faces: Detailed human faces can be challenging
  • Text/logos: Struggles with readable text in frame

Example Optimized Prompt

Here's an example of a VPA-optimized prompt for Veo:

Slow-motion capture of ocean waves crashing against weathered rocks at sunset. Water explodes upward in a dramatic spray, droplets catching golden light. Foam rushes across tide pools, swirling and retreating. Seabirds glide through the misty air. Natural lighting with long shadows. Documentary style, high frame rate, crystal clear detail.
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Veo access

Veo is available through Google AI Studio and Vertex AI. Check Google's documentation for current access options and pricing.