Transition Mode

Create smooth cinematic transitions between two keyframes. Upload a start and end image, and AI generates the motion that connects them. Perfect for scene transitions, morphing effects, and creative e

Two images attached and want Reference Mode instead? By default, attaching 2 images activates Transition Mode (start frame → end frame morph). If you want those 2 images treated as reference photos of a character instead, switch to a reference model: Kling O3 Reference, Seedance 2 Reference, or Wan 2.7 Reference — these models treat multiple images as subject references, not as start/end frames.

How It Works

1. Enable Generate Media - Toggle the Generate Media button in the composer

2. Attach two images - Upload or drag & drop exactly two images

3. Transition Mode activates - The system automatically detects two images

4. Model auto-switches - Compatible transition models appear in the selector

5. Describe the transition - Write a prompt describing the motion between frames

6. Configure settings - Set duration (may be locked based on model)

7. Generate - Click send to create the transition

Automatic Activation

When you attach exactly two images, Transition Mode activates automatically:

• Model selector updates - Shows only transition-compatible models

• Duration may lock - Some models have fixed durations for transitions

• Aspect ratio auto-detects - Matches your source images

• Prompt field appears - Ready for transition description

Supported Models

Not all models support transitions. Here are the models that do:

Model	Duration	Aspect Ratio	Audio	Best For
Kling O3 Transition	3-15s	Auto (from images)	✅	Best quality morphing, character consistency
Kling 3.0 Pro	3-15s	16:9, 9:16, 1:1	✅	Cinematic transitions with element support
Kling 3.0 Standard	3-15s	16:9, 9:16, 1:1	✅	Fast transitions with audio
Veo 3.1	4s, 6s, 8s	Auto (from images)	✅	Smooth transitions with audio
Veo 3.1 Fast	4s, 6s, 8s	Auto (from images)	✅	Quick iterations
Veo 3.1 Lite	4s, 6s, 8s	Auto (from images)	❌	Budget first–last transitions; add audio in post
Seedance 2	4-15s	Auto (from images)	✅	Cinematic transitions with native audio
Wan 2.7	2-15s	16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4	❌	High-resolution start-to-end interpolation

Note: Kling 3.0 models are universal — they support Text-to-Video (0 images), Image-to-Video (1 image), and Transition Mode (2 images). Kling O3 Transition is a dedicated transition model with superior morphing quality and a Pro/Standard quality toggle. Seedance 2 and Wan 2.7 both auto-detect transition mode when two images are attached — no manual switching required.

Writing Transition Prompts

What to Describe

Focus on how the scene transforms from the first image to the second:

1. Transformation type - Morph, dissolve, pan, zoom, etc.

2. Motion path - How elements move between frames

3. Timing - Fast, slow, gradual, sudden

4. Visual style - Smooth, cinematic, dynamic, etc.

Good Transition Prompts

✅ Morphing:

Smooth morphing transition where the first scene gradually transforms 
into the second, with elements flowing and blending naturally

✅ Camera Movement:

A cinematic camera pan that reveals the transition from the first scene 
to the second, with smooth motion and natural flow

✅ Environmental:

Gradual transition where the environment shifts from day to night, 
with lighting and atmosphere smoothly changing between the two scenes

✅ Object Transformation:

The object in the first frame smoothly transforms and moves into the 
position shown in the second frame, with natural motion and physics

Bad Transition Prompts

❌ Too Vague:

Transition between two images

(Not specific enough)

❌ Describes Images, Not Motion:

A coffee shop and then a beach

(Missing transition description)

❌ No Motion:

Two different scenes

(Doesn't describe the transition)

Aspect Ratio Matching

Important: Both Images Must Match

Critical requirement: Both images should have the same aspect ratio

• ✅ Both 16:9 → Works perfectly

• ✅ Both 9:16 → Works perfectly

• ✅ Both 1:1 → Works perfectly

• ❌ 16:9 + 9:16 → May cause issues

• ❌ Different ratios → May crop or distort

Why this matters:

• The transition needs consistent framing

• Mismatched ratios can cause cropping

• Auto aspect ratio uses the first image's ratio

Use Cases

Scene Transitions

Example:

• Image 1: Interior coffee shop

• Image 2: Exterior street view

• Prompt: "Smooth camera push through the window, transitioning from the cozy interior to the bustling street outside."

• Result: Cinematic scene transition

Time Transitions

Example:

• Image 1: Daytime landscape

• Image 2: Nighttime, same location

• Prompt: "Gradual time-lapse transition from day to night, with lighting and colors smoothly shifting."

• Result: Time transition video

Object Morphing

Example:

• Image 1: Seedling

• Image 2: Full-grown tree

• Prompt: "Time-lapse morph showing the seedling growing into the mature tree, with smooth transformation."

• Result: Growth animation

Location Transitions

Example:

• Image 1: Urban cityscape

• Image 2: Mountain range

• Prompt: "Cinematic camera pull-back revealing the transition from city to nature, with smooth motion."

• Result: Location transition

Model-Specific Behavior

Veo 3.1 / Veo 3.1 Fast

Characteristics:

• Duration: 4s, 6s, or 8s (your choice)

• Aspect ratio: Auto (matches first image)

• Audio: Supported (if enabled)

• Quality: High, smooth transitions

Best for:

• Smooth, cinematic transitions

• When you need audio

• Variable duration needs

Veo 3.1 Lite

Characteristics:

• Same two-image transition workflow as other Veo 3.1 models (first / last frame)

• Duration: 4s, 6s, or 8s

• No generated audio — add music or SFX in Premiere

• Resolution: 720p or 1080p only

Best for:

• Cost-sensitive transition tests and previews

• When you will handle all sound in the edit

Kling O3 Transition (Pro / Standard)

Characteristics:

• Duration: Flexible (3-15 seconds)

• Aspect ratio: Auto-detected from input images

• Audio: Supported (native audio generation)

• Quality: Best morphing quality with character consistency

• Pro/Standard quality toggle

Best for:

• Highest quality transitions

• Superior morphing with minimal hallucination

• Character consistency between frames

Kling 3.0 Pro / Standard

Characteristics:

• Duration: Flexible (3-15 seconds)

• Aspect ratio: 16:9, 9:16, or 1:1

• Audio: Supported (native audio generation)

• Quality: Excellent, with element support

Best for:

• High-quality transitions with audio

• Flexible duration control

• Universal workflow (same model for T2V, I2V, and transitions)

• Element support for character consistency via @Element tags

Seedance 2

Characteristics:

• Duration: 4-15 seconds (auto default)

• Aspect ratio: Auto-detected from input images

• Audio: Supported (native audio generation, default on)

• Resolution: 480p-1080p

• Quality: Natural, cinematic motion

Best for:

• Transitions that need a soundtrack

• Natural flowing motion between frames

• When you want audio generated automatically

Wan 2.7

Characteristics:

• Duration: 2-15 seconds

• Aspect ratio: 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, or 3:4

• Audio: Not supported

• Resolution: 720p-1080p

• Quality: High resolution start-to-end interpolation

Best for:

• High-resolution transitions up to 1080p

• Start-to-end frame interpolation

• When you need more aspect ratio options

Tips for Best Results

1. Match aspect ratios - Both images should have the same ratio

2. Use high-quality images - Better sources = better transitions

3. Be specific about motion - Describe how the transition happens

4. Consider composition - Ensure both images work together visually

5. Test different models - Veo for audio, Kling for quality

6. Keep prompts focused - Describe the transition, not the images

7. Plan your frames - Think about how they connect visually

Common Workflows

Quick Transition

1. Prepare two matching aspect ratio images

2. Attach both images

3. Select Kling 3.0 Standard (fast)

4. Simple prompt: "Smooth transition between scenes."

5. Generate (5 seconds)

Cinematic Transition

1. Prepare two high-quality, matching images

2. Attach both images

3. Select Veo 3.1

4. Detailed prompt with camera movement and style

5. Enable audio if needed

6. Generate (4-8 seconds)

Creative Morph

1. Prepare two images with a similar composition

2. Attach both images

3. Select Kling 3.0 Pro

4. Describe the morphing/transformation

5. Generate (5-10 seconds)

Transition with Audio (Seedance 2)

1. Prepare two matching aspect ratio images

2. Attach both images

3. Select Seedance 2 (auto-detects transition mode)

4. Describe the transition and desired audio

5. Audio generates automatically

6. Generate (4-15 seconds)

Troubleshooting

"Transition Mode not activating."

Solutions:

• Ensure you have exactly two images attached

• Check that images are properly uploaded

• Try removing and re-attaching images

• Verify you're in Generate Media mode

"Aspect ratio mismatch"

Solutions:

• Use images with the same aspect ratio

• Crop images to match before uploading

• The system uses the first image's aspect ratio

• Some models may crop mismatched images

"Model doesn't support transitions."

Solutions:

• Switch to Kling O3 Transition, Kling 3.0 Pro, Kling 3.0 Standard, Veo 3.1, Veo 3.1 Fast, Seedance 2, or Wan 2.7

• Check Supported Video Models

• Some models (Sora, Hailuo) don't support transitions

"Transition is too abrupt or too slow."

Solutions:

• Adjust your prompt to specify transition speed

• Try different models (Veo for smoother, Kling for faster)

• Adjust duration if using Veo (longer = more gradual)

• Be more specific about timing in your prompt

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