THE CREATOR HANDBOOK / 3 MIN READ
Your first creation
Turn an idea into your first image or video. No API knowledge or coding required.
Image creation guide Understand every setting, from text-to-image to reference-based editing.Video creation guide Describe how the scene changes. Start with one action and build from there.BYOK: Bring Your Own Key Connect your API account to create images and videos in Gen. No Gen credits are charged; your API provider bills generation costs.Credits, progress & help Understand the price, find your work and handle task issues.
01Where should I start?
| Setting / question | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Create an image | Open Image studio and describe the picture you want. | Start with one prompt, a 1:1 ratio and 1K resolution. |
| Make a scene move | Open Video studio and describe how the scene changes. An image reference is optional. | Start with one subject, one action and about five seconds, using the selected model’s options. |
| Find an idea | Browse image or video inspiration and read a recipe’s full prompt. | Choose “Use this prompt”, change the subject, scene or style, then create your version. |
02From prompt to download
- Sign in. The site channel uses Gen credits. If you have an API key, configure BYOK under Media providers to use a personal channel. You can browse examples and draft text before signing in.
- Choose image or video. Describe the subject, setting, action, lighting and composition.
- Choose an available model and settings. Add clear references to guide a character, product or style.
- Review your channel and billing notice. The site channel quotes Gen credits; personal channels are billed by the API provider. For video, review settings and billing before confirming.
- Preview and download when complete. Return through History after leaving; avoid duplicate submissions while waiting.
03Reading example recipes
Community videos link to the original source. Storyboard previews visualize the prompt’s intended shots; they are not videos generated on Gen. Gen-tested films are identified separately.
A recipe’s model category describes its source, not current Gen availability. Check the studio’s current options. Models, settings, references and randomness affect results; reuse does not guarantee identical frames.