sora ai text to video guide

As we all know, OpenAI has introduced Sora AI, an advanced text-to-video generation model that enables users to create realistic and imaginative videos from textual descriptions. It is available exclusively to paid users. If you are a ChatGPT Plus or Pro subscriber, you can access Sora through ChatGPT’s sidebar on the left side.

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Getting Started with Sora:

  1. Access the Platform: Visit sora.com to explore the interface and available features.
  2. Create an Account: Sign up for a ChatGPT Plus or Pro subscription to gain access to Sora’s capabilities.
  3. Generate Videos: Enter your text prompts or upload image to start creating videos.
  4. Customize Outputs: Adjust settings such as resolution and aspect ratio to suit your project’s needs.
  5. Download and Share: Once satisfied with the result, download your video for personal use or share,
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6. It has the option of creating 1, 2 or 4 videos.

7. Aspect ratios can be selected

8.Presets in Sora AI

The options shown in the screenshot are presets in Sora AI. These presets allow you to apply specific styles or effects to the videos generated by Sora.

None: No special effects; a clean, unfiltered video.

Balloon World: A playful, colorful aesthetic resembling a whimsical, cartoon-like world.

Stop Motion: An effect making the video appear as if created frame-by-frame, akin to claymation.

Archival: An old-fashioned look with sepia tones or grainy textures, emulating historical footage

Film Noir: A black-and-white filter emphasizing high contrast and dramatic lighting, reminiscent of classic noir films.

Cardboard & Papercraft: A handcrafted vibe, making the video appear as if made with paper cutouts or cardboard elements.

Upload Image or video from your device or choose from your library on Sora

Considerations:

  • Content Restrictions: To prevent misuse, Sora has safeguards against generating explicit, violent, or hateful content, as well as realistic depictions of human figures without consent. AP News
  • Current Limitations: While powerful, Sora may encounter challenges with complex scenes or intricate details. Continuous updates aim to enhance its capabilities. Business Insider
  • Unlike Kling AI, Pika, or Hailuo AI, it can generate only one prompt at a time.
  • If you are using the paid version of ChatGPT on mobile, Sora is not yet available within the app. However, you can access Sora through a browser on your mobile device and even generate videos

Sora has a great feature where you can remix the videos you create. And if Sora really likes your video, it gives you 4 options to choose from and asks you to pick 2. I think it’s their way of getting feedback, but it’s still pretty cool! Chk the video below it gave me four options….

Got it! You want a more factual, honest review-style blog post that reflects your experience — not a fluffy launch hype piece. Let’s write it like a grounded, real-world test update that creators like you would appreciate.

Testing Sora Image Creations: Honest Thoughts from a Creator

Sora just rolled out a new feature — Image Creations — and I’ve been testing it hands-on over the last few days. Here’s what I’ve learned so far, no fluff.

If you don’t know, Sora (by OpenAI) was originally known for generating AI videos. Now, it can generate still images from prompts too. Sounds like a game-changer, right? Well… yes and no.

🎯 The Good: Prompt Accuracy is Impressive

Let’s start with what works.

When it comes to adhering to the prompt, Sora Image Creations does a great job. If you write “a girl with lavender hair wearing a red hoodie, standing in front of a vintage car at sunset,” the image you get is almost exactly that. It’s surprisingly accurate

The lighting, composition, even the emotion in the frame — they’re all there. It definitely feels like a step toward image creation that’s more intentional, not just artistic guessing.

🔁 The Flip Side: When You Switch to Video…

Here’s where things get tricky — and this is the part that needs work.

If you use the same prompt to generate a video, the image quality or scene doesn’t always match up. In fact:

  • Sometimes the main subject changes entirely (e.g., the girl in the image becomes someone else in the video)
  • The colors shift or the entire aesthetic changes
  • Certain key elements disappear, especially background objects or accessories
  • Occasionally, the video maintains the prompt well — but it’s inconsistent

I’m still testing it across different styles and settings, but right now, there’s a noticeable disconnect between the image and video outputs,

I’ve shared a few sample images below that I created using Sora’s new image feature. Some are incredible — crisp, on-theme, and clearly understood the brief. But when I used the same prompt for a video, the result was sometimes a completely different vibe.

📝 Final Take (For Now)

Sora Image Creations is definitely a step forward in prompt-to-image generation. The images are strong, well-structured, and visually appealing. For static content, it’s solid.

But if you’re a creator like me who likes to keep coherence between images and videos, the current version still feels experimental. There’s potential — but it’s not quite seamless yet.

I’ll keep testing it and share more examples as I go. If you’re using Sora, I’d love to hear if you’re seeing the same issues or if your workflow is different.

As I keep exploring Sora, I’ll be sharing more updates and discoveries. Make sure to check back on the website often—I’d love for you to join me on this journey!

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