Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Advantages of Using Reference Images
Compared to writing a prompt from scratch, using reference images allows Veo 3.1 to maintain character and environment consistency more accurately without significant visual errors.
Reference Image Limits
You can upload a maximum of two reference images to control character elements, style, and settings at once.
Prompts
Example Prompt Based on Reference Images
Target:
Veo 3.1
A cinematic shot of the character from the reference image walking through the forest environment shown, maintaining the exact artistic style and lighting.
Step by Step
How to Generate Videos Using Reference Images in Veo 3.1
- Open the Flow platform and make sure you are logged into your account.
- Find and select the Veo 3.1 model from the video generation model menu.
- Click on the Upload section to upload your first reference image (e.g., a photo of a character or the main subject).
- Click the Upload button again to upload a second reference image if you want to define a specific style or environmental setting.
- In the prompt text box, enter a brief instruction about the desired movement (Veo will refer to the uploaded images, so there is no need for lengthy physical descriptions).
- Click the Generate button to start the video creation process based on the reference image inputs.
