Want to create eye-catching videos with smooth background animation while your text stays crisp and stable? This guide shows you how to achieve this effect using a simple two-step workflow in AI Studio.
Why a Two-Step Approach?
AI animation treats your entire image as a single frame—it can't separate the background from text that's already part of the image. When you animate an image with "baked-in" text, the text will warp and move along with everything else.
The solution is to animate your background first, then add your text as an overlay afterward.
How to Create Your Animated Video
Step 1: Animate the Background (Without Text)
1. Navigate to New chat on platform.gotolstoy.com
2. Upload or select a version of your image that does not include any text
3. In the chat interface, request a smooth, subtle motion for your background
Example prompt: "Animate this image with a slow, smooth camera pan."
Step 2: Add Your Text as an Overlay
Once your animated background is ready, compose the final video by adding your text on top:
1. In the chat flow, ask to overlay your text with the typewriter effect
2. Specify your text content, positioning, and style
Example prompt: "Overlay the text 'SOFA LAND' in white, centered, using a typewriter effect."
Tips
- Keep background animations subtle (slow pans or gentle zooms) for a professional look
- Prepare a clean, text-free version of your image before starting
- Be specific about text placement, color, and style in your prompt