How Do I…(Quick Tasks)
This page answers common “How do I do X?” questions in Chat Video Pro. Each answer gives you the quick path, with links to deeper documentation where relevant.
How do I generate a thumbnail?
Open Chat Video Pro inside Premiere Pro
Use the Frame Capture button to grab a frame from your timeline
Enter a prompt describing the thumbnail style (lighting, mood, text focus, etc.)
Select Nanpbanana pro and enable thumbnail mode
Click Generate
You can save the generated image directly for use on YouTube or social platforms.
How do I remove a background from an image or frame?
Capture a frame or import an image into the chat
Ask Chat Video Pro to remove the background
Save the result as a transparent image if supported by the model
This is useful for:
Overlays
Logos
Quick composites without external tools
How do I capture a frame from my timeline?
Move the playhead to the desired frame
Click the Frame Capture button inside Chat Video Pro
The captured frame is automatically added to the chat composer
This frame can then be used for:
Image generation
Image-to-video
Background removal
VFX concepts
How do I generate video content?
Decide whether you’re generating:
Provide the required input (text, image, or video)
Select a compatible video model
Enter a clear, concise prompt
Click Generate
Start with short durations and lower resolutions to confirm the workflow before scaling up.
How do I add VFX without After Effects?
You can use Chat Video Pro to:
Generate VFX-style video clips
Conceptualize effects
Create overlays or inserts
Typical flow:
Capture a frame or use an existing clip
Describe the effect clearly (e.g., lighting, energy, atmosphere)
Generate using a video or image-to-video model
Import the result into your Premiere timeline
This is best used for:
Stylized moments
Cutaway effects
Creative transitions
How do I generate a transition?
Add two images to Chat Video Pro to enter transition mode
Describe the transition style (glitch, blur, morph, energy, etc.)
Generate a short video clip
Place the generated clip between your two shots in the timeline
For best results:
Keep transitions short
Match the color and motion direction of surrounding clips
How do I use Story tools for long footage?
Chat Video Pro can assist with:
Story analysis
Highlight identification
Editing suggestions based on transcripts
Typical use cases:
Long interviews
Podcasts
Documentary footage
For best results:
Make sure your sequence is properly prepared
Use clear instructions when asking for story or edit guidance
👉 See Story Cutter workflows for deeper breakdowns
How do I avoid wasting credits?
Best practices:
Start with a reference image
Dial in a prompt with the video prompter
Use a less expensive video model like Hailuo
How do I check what I’ve generated?
You can view usage in two places:
Inside Chat Video Pro: Gear icon → Usage panel
In your provider dashboard for full billing and job history
You can see all the generated media from the library
If something didn’t return to the panel, it may still exist in the provider dashboard.
How do I get help if I’m stuck?
If something doesn’t work:
Confirm credits and API setup
Restart Premiere Pro
If you still need help:
Use Gear icon → Contact Us
Or email support (listed in the About panel)
Include:
What you were trying to do
Model used
Error message (if any)
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