After unveiling Sora back in February, OpenAI has launched the video generation tool for the wider public. If you have a ChatGPT Plus or Pro subscription, you can use the AI video generator at no additional cost. Sora is capable of producing AI videos based on your prompts and comes with additional editing options to further enhance the results. OpenAI is slowly rolling out the tool in supported countries. Here’s how you can use OpenAI’s Sora video generator on your device.
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Is your Sora video taking a long time to generate? Try these fixes
Clear your browser’s cache: Oftentimes, the temporary files in your browser’s cache can go corrupt and cause the Sora Video Generator to malfunction. Go to browser settings and clear its cache to restore smooth functioning.
Check OpenAI’s server status: Since Sora is a new tool, it is bound to gain a lot of public attention. This could lead to OpenAI’s servers getting overwhelmed at the busiest hours of the day. Check OpenAI’s status page or Downdetector to confirm if this is the case.
Disable browser extensions: Sometimes, a third-party browser extension can go rogue and interrupt the task at hand. Disable all extensions and re-enter your prompt in Sora. Opening Sora in an incognito tab will help too.
Switch your network: Choose a different WiFi network if you suspect that sluggish speeds are the reason behind slow video generation. While the AI computation for video generation happens entirely on OpenAI’s servers, a slow network connection on your end can delay prompt submission.
Create videos using OpenAI’s Video Generator
Step 1: Go to https://openai.com/sora/ and click on Start Now. Log into your Open AI account.
Step 2: Enter a prompt for your video in the text box at the bottom of the screen.
Step 3: Hit the plus icon and upload a picture or video from your device’s storage if you want it to be a part of the prompt.
Step 4: Choose the aspect ratio, video quality, video duration, and number of variations.
Step 5: Hover the cursor over the ‘?’ icon to check how many credits the video will take to generate. The number of credits will depend on the video settings (quality, variants, aspect ratio) you have selected.
Step 6: Hit Enter or click the arrow icon next to the text box to send your prompt to Sora and set the video generation process in motion.
Step 7: Once all the variations of the video have been generated, go to your library to view the results. You can edit the prompt if you’re not happy with the results.
Step 8: Use the Re-cut option to extend any shot you like in the video. The Remix option allows you to add, remove, or edit objects from a video. Using loop and blend, you can repeat certain parts of a video or fuse them with the other variations.
Step 9: Once you’re happy with the results, you can use the options at the top of the screen to add it to your favourites, save it on your device, and share it with others.
Note: Sora Video Generator also offers a ‘Storyboard’ option that lets you enter individual prompts for different parts of the video. This gives you more editorial control over the project. This option is also available when you ‘Re-cut’ a video.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Sora used for?
Sora is OpenAI’s video generator that uses AI to generate a video based on your text and media prompts. This AI tool gives you a lot of editorial control over your project and generates accurate videos based on your prompt.
Is Sora AI available to the public?
OpenAI has launched Sora Video Generator for the public, but it is available in selected locations. Check the list of supported countries to find out if it is available in your region.
Is Sora a part of ChatGPT?
Sora belongs to OpenAI, which is the company that owns ChatGPT.
Is OpenAI Sora free?
Sora is currently available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users only. You will need to subscribe to either of the two tiers to gain access to the video generation tool.
How much does Sora cost?
A ChatGPT Plus subscription costs $20 while the Pro subscription fetches $200 per month. The former comes with 1,000 credits for video generation while the latter gets 10,000 credits.
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Final Thoughts
This is how you can use OpenAI’s Sora video generator on your device. While India is mentioned in the list of supported countries, OpenAI is yet to roll out the video generation tool in the region. Keep watching this space for more updates. If you’ve already tried your hand at Sora, let us know what you think in the comments!
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