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# Reference Video

**Reference Video** mode allows you to create new video content using an existing reference video combined with additional reference images. Whether you want to replicate the style, scene elements, or specific features from your reference video, the mode enables you to generate a new video while maintaining key content and style consistency.

<Info>
  This mode is perfect for creators looking to create videos that match the look and feel of existing footage, but with new scenes, actions, or characters.
</Info>

### How to Use?

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<Steps>
  <Step title="Select the 'Reference Video' Mode">
    From the video mode options click on Add image which will open the modes tray, choose **Reference Video** to start the process.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload Reference Video">
    Provide a reference video (3–10 seconds long) that will serve as the base for your new video.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload Reference Elements">
    Add up to four images or elements that guide the generation process, such as specific characters, props, or scene details.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Parameters">
    Choose video duration, resolution, and output format according to your needs.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Generate the Video">
    Click **Generate**, and the model will create a new video that aligns with your reference video and elements.
  </Step>
</Steps>

#### Input Media Supported

Reference video supports various input media to help guide video generation and editing, ensuring flexibility in your creative process.

**Videos:**

* **1 video** can be uploaded for use in **Reference Video**.
* **Duration**: 3 to 10 seconds.
* **Max File Size**: 200 MB.
* **Max Resolution**: 2K.

**Elements:**

* **Multiple images** (up to 4) can be uploaded or generated from different angles to form an element, providing more reference information for the model.
* **Note**:
  * When a video is present, you can upload up to **4 images/elements combined**.
  * Without a video, you can upload **up to 7 images/elements**.

#### Example Scenarios You Can Create

* **Style Matching**: Create a new video that matches the style, lighting, and camera work of your reference video, but with different characters or props.
* **Scene Replication**: Replicate the action or scene of your reference video in a new setting or with different characters, while keeping the same mood or tone.
* **Enhanced Elements**: Introduce new objects, characters, or backgrounds into an existing scene while maintaining visual coherence with the original reference video.