Pixelcut
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Stills to Video Converter

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Developer API
Available on iPhone & Android

How to Animate Your Image

  1. 1

    Upload your image

    Start by selecting and uploading the static image you want to bring to life. High-resolution photos work best for clear, crisp results.

  2. 2

    Describe the motion

    In the text prompt, explain how you want the image to move. Be specific about elements, direction, and speed for the best animation.

  3. 3

    Generate your video

    With one click, our AI will process your image and text prompt to create a unique animated video that brings your vision to life.

  4. 4

    Download your video

    Your animated image is ready. Download it as a high-resolution, watermark-free MP4 video to share on social media or use in any project.

Unlock the storytelling potential of your static photos by turning them into living scenes. Pixelcut’s AI animator breathes life into any picture, allowing you to create captivating visual narratives from a single frame. Imagine a character's hair billowing in a breeze or the subtle ripple of water in a landscape. You can transform a simple portrait or a dramatic scene into an engaging video that captures a moment in motion, adding depth and emotion to your still photography or digital art.

Create Dynamic Video from a Single Image

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You have complete creative control over the animation. With simple text prompts, you can direct the AI to animate specific elements within your image. Instruct the tool to make flags wave, clouds drift across the sky, or a character's expression shift subtly. This precision allows you to set the mood and guide the narrative of your video. Whether you envision a gentle, slow motion effect or a burst of dynamic action, your words guide the AI to produce the exact movement you imagine.

You Direct the Action with Text Prompts

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Go from an idea to a finished video in moments. Once generated, you can download your creation as a high-resolution, watermark-free MP4 file. These videos are perfectly suited for any platform, whether you're sharing them on social media, integrating them into a presentation, or using them in a marketing campaign. The quality ensures your animated images look sharp and professional on any screen, providing you with a ready-to-use asset that elevates your content without extra steps or software.

Download High-Resolution MP4 Videos Instantly

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It’s Fast: Go from a static image to a dynamic video in seconds. It’s Easy to Use: No video editing experience is needed. Just upload an image and type your instructions. AI-Powered: Our tool intelligently interprets your text to create realistic and captivating motion. Control Your Vision: Pinpoint exactly which parts of your photo should come alive and how they should move. Versatile for Any Project: Animate everything from product shots and marketing materials to personal portraits and digital artwork.

Why use Pixelcut's AI Stills to Video tool?

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Social Media Content: Make your posts stand out by animating static graphics or photos into eye-catching video clips for Instagram or TikTok. Digital Art and Illustration: Add a new dimension to your artwork by animating characters, environments, and effects to tell a story. Product Marketing: Show the texture and flow of clothing or add a dynamic element to a static product photo to make it more engaging. Historical Photos: Bring old family portraits or historical images to life with subtle, realistic movements.

Stills to Video Use Cases

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pixelcut is loved by over 2 million people

  • My favorite app

    Great app, easy to use. Helps our small business save time and money to create different marketing materials professionally. Thank you.
    Shaelyn D.
  • Best background remover

    I need a good background remover for my work and I've been through them all it feels like. This one is the best by far. It's so easy to use and the results always look amazing. Thank you Pixelcut!
    Kira H.
  • Love it

    It's amazingly easy and gives the perfect results for my bags and accessories. It looks like it was done by a professional photographer.
    Mary J.