Which mode should I choose first?

Start with Seedance 2.1 when you want final-quality video. Use Seedance 2 for balanced quality at lower credit cost, and Seedance 2 Fast for quick 480p or 720p drafts.

Why are there multiple Seedance modes?

Each mode serves a different purpose. Seedance 2.1 is the primary mode for final-quality output. Seedance 2 is the standard generation mode. Seedance 2 Fast is for lower-cost draft testing before you commit to a final render.

Can I animate a reference image?

Yes. Switch to image-to-video, upload a reference image, and describe motion, camera movement, setting, and style in the prompt.

How much does a generation cost?

Credit use depends on the selected Seedance mode, duration, resolution, and whether the task starts from text or an image. The Seedance generator shows an estimate before running.

Can I generate images too?

Yes. Switch to image mode to use GPT Image 2 for text-to-image or GPT Image 2 Edit for reference-image editing.

What should I prepare before generating?

Prepare a clear subject, action, camera path, aspect ratio, duration, and reference image if needed. That gives the generator enough structure for a cleaner first run.

What makes a prompt ready for the generator?

A ready prompt names the subject, action, setting, camera movement, style, duration goal, and any reference image. If one of those pieces is missing, use examples first and draft before final output.

When should I switch to image mode?

Switch to image mode when the project needs a still reference, thumbnail, product visual, or edited source image before video generation. That can make the later Seedance prompt more specific.

How do examples improve generator results?

Examples help you move from vague ideas to specific direction. Compare the sample prompt structure, then write your own subject, action, camera, lighting, and duration before opening the generator.

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Seedance AI Video Generator

The Seedance AI video generator gives you one place for text-to-video, image-to-video, model choice, resolution, duration, and credit preview.

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Seedance AI video generator · Seedance 2.1 · Seedance 2 · Seedance 2 Fast drafts

Text to video

Write a scene and generate a short Seedance-style clip.

Image to video

Upload a reference image and define movement in the prompt.

Fast draft mode

Use Seedance 2 Fast for lower-cost 480p and 720p drafts.

Choose the Seedance model for the jobChoose the model based on your goal. Use Seedance 2.1 for final-quality clips, Seedance 2 for standard generation, and Seedance 2 Fast for lower-cost drafts.Models

Primary video path

Seedance 2.1

Use for cinematic text-to-video and image-to-video prompts with 480p, 720p, and 1080p options.

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Standard video mode

Seedance 2

Use for standard Seedance video generation with 480p, 720p, and 1080p options.

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Draft video path

Seedance 2 Fast

Use for lower-cost 480p and 720p prompt testing before final Seedance renders.

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Image support

GPT Image 2

Switch to image generation when you need still images, references, or edits for a video.

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Image edit support

GPT Image 2 Edit

Use uploaded reference images when a still asset needs controlled edits or refinements.

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Model choice

One generator for all Seedance modes

Choose the right Seedance mode before you generate. Use Seedance 2.1 for final-quality clips, Seedance 2 for standard generation, and Seedance 2 Fast for lower-cost prompt testing at 480p or 720p.

Primary

Seedance 2.1 for final clips

Use the primary Seedance path when you want cinematic output and 1080p options.

Standard

Seedance 2 for standard runs

Use Seedance 2 when you want a straightforward standard generation path.

Fast

Seedance 2 Fast for drafts

Use Fast mode when prompt iteration matters more than final resolution.

Gallery

Prompt gallery

Review uploaded showcase clips and prompts to borrow composition, motion, and genre cues.

Seedance credit preview

The Seedance generator previews credits from the selected model, duration, resolution, and input type. Use the preview to test cheaper drafts before final clips. Credit preview is also part of the writing workflow. A user can reduce cost by drafting at lower resolution, shortening duration, or moving early tests into Fast mode. Once the prompt works, the same scene brief can be reused with a standard or final path.

Seedance 2.1

480p, 720p, and 1080p options with credit estimates before generation.

Seedance 2

Standard 480p, 720p, and 1080p options with credit preview.

Seedance 2 Fast

480p and 720p options for lower-credit draft testing.

Image generation

GPT Image 2 and GPT Image 2 Edit use low, medium, or high quality rates at 1K, 2K, or 4K.

Answers

Generator FAQ

Common questions about the generator, model choice, image input, and credit preview.

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Open the generator, choose your model, write a clear prompt, preview credits, and generate.

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