Most AI video problems come from the same root causes: too much motion, unclear camera instructions, or over-stylized prompts. Use this troubleshooting hub to diagnose issues fast and apply targeted fixes that improve stability.
Flicker / Strobing
Cause: motion or style changes too aggressively between frames.
Fix: reduce motion strength, simplify style, and add "stable lighting, consistent exposure, no flicker."
Warped Faces / Hands
Cause: close-ups with aggressive motion or too many details.
Fix: use wider framing, reduce motion, add "stable face, preserve features, no distortion."
Background Drift / Melting
Cause: complex depth cues and noisy backgrounds.
Fix: simplify the scene, add "locked background" and "subtle parallax only."
Unnatural Motion
Cause: handheld or extreme motion cues.
Fix: switch to slow push-in or gentle pan, add "smooth motion, stable camera."
Clean Output Checklist
- Subject is clear in the first frame.
- Motion is smooth and intentional.
- Edges are stable with no melting.
- Lighting stays consistent.
- Background is simple enough for captions.
When to Switch Workflows
- Use image-to-video when you need stable composition from a strong still.
- Use text-to-video when you need new scenes and creative variety.
Related Resources
- Image-to-video: image-to-video
- Prompt templates: image-to-video prompts
- Character consistency: character consistency