Google Vids is an AI-powered video creation tool (part of google Workspace) that lets you:

· Create videos using text prompts

· Add AI avatars/narrators

· Generate scripts, voiceovers, and visuals automatically

Think of it as Google Docs + AI video editor combined

How Prompts Control Avatars

Prompts tell the AI:

· What the avatar should say

· How it should sound (tone/emotion)

· What kind of style or scene to use

The better your prompt → the more natural your avatar looks and sounds

Step-by-Step: Direct Avatars Using Prompts

✅ Step 1: Open google Vids

· Go to Google Workspace → google Vids

· Click 'Create New Video'

✍️ Step 2: Generate a Script with Prompt

· Choose 'Help me create' (AI option)

· Enter a prompt like:

Example:

'Create a 60-second product intro for a smartphone. Friendly tone, simple language.'

This generates:

· Script

· Scene structure

· Voice direction

Step 3: Add an AI Avatar

· Select 'Insert → Avatar'

· Choose:

· Presenter style (formal, casual, etc.)

· Appearance (if options available)

️ Step 4: Customize avatar Speech with Prompts

Now refine how the avatar talks

Example prompt:

'Speak in an enthusiastic tone, slightly fast pace, emphasize key features like battery and camera.'

You can control:

· Tone → friendly, serious, energetic

· Pace → slow, fast

· Emotion → excited, calm, persuasive

Step 5: Adjust Scenes with Prompt Edits

· Each scene can be edited with prompts

Example:

'Add a modern office background and make the avatar gesture while explaining.'

Step 6: Fine-Tune Voice & Delivery

· Choose voice type (if available)

· Edit script lines directly for better delivery

Pro tip:

· Use short sentences for natural speech

· Add pauses like:

'Welcome to our product… today we'll explore…'

Step 7: Preview & Regenerate

· Click Preview

· If not satisfied:

· tweak prompt

· regenerate scene or voice

Iteration is key!

Best Prompt Examples

For marketing video:

'Confident and persuasive tone, highlight benefits, end with a strong call to action.'

For educational content:

'Explain clearly in a calm and simple tone, like teaching a beginner.'

For casual/social media:

'Fun, energetic tone with light humor and expressive delivery.'

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