Opening the platform for the first time can feel overwhelming. Buttons everywhere, menus you don't understand, settings with technical names—it's normal to feel lost. But here's the good news: the interface is actually quite logical once you understand what everything does. This guide takes you through every element systematically, so in just 15 minutes, you'll feel completely comfortable.
We'll walk through the actual process of creating a project from start to finish, explaining every decision point along the way. Think of this as sitting next to an experienced user who's showing you exactly what to click and why.
1 Dashboard and Interface Overview
When you first log in, you land on the Dashboard—your home base for all video creation activities. Let's break down every section you'll see and what each one does.
Main Dashboard Layout
A Top Navigation Bar
Left Side:
- • Platform logo (click to return home)
- • Main menu button (☰)
- • Search bar (find projects)
Center:
- • "Create New Video" button
- • Quick access shortcuts
Right Side:
- • Notifications bell
- • Help/Support button
- • Account menu (profile picture)
B Left Sidebar Menu
Dashboard
Overview of all your projects and recent activity
My Projects
All your saved video projects (drafts and completed)
Templates
Pre-made project templates for different use cases
Avatars
Browse and preview available avatar options
Voices
Listen to and select voice options
Settings
Account preferences, billing, and platform settings
C Main Content Area
This central area changes based on which menu item is selected. On the Dashboard, you'll see:
Recent Projects
Quick access to your last 5-10 projects with thumbnails and status
Quick Stats
Total videos created, credits remaining, storage used
Getting Started Guide
Tutorial videos and helpful tips for beginners
Platform Updates
News about new features, avatars, and improvements
Pro Navigation Tip
Keyboard shortcut: Press Ctrl+K (Windows) or Cmd+K (Mac) to open the quick command palette. This lets you jump to any section or create new projects without clicking through menus—power users create videos 40% faster using keyboard shortcuts!
2 Creating Your First Project: Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Let's create your first project together. I'll walk you through every single step, explaining what each option means and which choices work best for beginners.
Click "Create New Video"
You'll find this prominent button in multiple locations: the top navigation bar, the dashboard center, and the sidebar menu. Click any of them—they all do the same thing.
What Happens Next:
A modal window appears with three options:
Start from Scratch
Blank project—you choose everything manually. Recommended for learning.
Use a Template
Pre-configured settings for specific use cases (marketing, training, etc.)
Duplicate Existing
Copy settings from a previous project (only appears if you have existing projects)
👉 For this tutorial: Select "Start from Scratch" so you understand every option. Once you're comfortable, templates save time for routine videos.
Name Your Project
The first field asks for a project name. This is purely for your organization—viewers never see this name.
Naming Best Practices:
✅ Good Names:
- • "Product Demo - Feb 2026"
- • "Training Module 1"
- • "Social Media Intro v2"
- • "Client Testimonial - Smith"
❌ Avoid:
- • "Video 1" (too vague)
- • "asdftest" (meaningless)
- • "NEW VIDEO!!!!" (unprofessional)
- • Leaving it blank
Why it matters: Once you have 20+ projects, clear names help you find the right one quickly. Include dates, version numbers, or client names for easy sorting.
Select Video Orientation
Choose the aspect ratio that matches where your video will be published. This is a critical decision that affects the entire composition.
Landscape (16:9)
Standard widescreen format
Best for:
- • YouTube videos
- • Website embeds
- • Presentations
- • Training courses
Portrait (9:16)
Mobile-first vertical format
Best for:
- • TikTok / Instagram Reels
- • YouTube Shorts
- • Snapchat
- • Mobile apps
Square (1:1)
Perfect square format
Best for:
- • Instagram Feed posts
- • Facebook posts
- • LinkedIn videos
- • Email newsletters
Important: Cannot Change Later
Once you select an orientation and start working, you cannot change it without creating a new project. Choose carefully based on your primary distribution platform!
Choose Project Location/Folder
This optional dropdown lets you organize projects into folders. For your first video, you can skip this—the project saves to your main workspace by default.
💡 Organization Tip: After you create 5-10 videos, come back and create folders like "Social Media," "Client Work," "Internal Training," etc. You can move existing projects into folders anytime from the "My Projects" screen.
Click "Create Project"
Hit the blue "Create Project" button at the bottom of the modal. The system creates your project workspace and loads the main editor interface.
What You'll See Next:
The editor interface loads, showing these main sections:
3 Understanding Quality Settings: What Each Option Actually Means
Before generating your video, you'll configure quality settings. These determine file size, rendering time, and visual/audio quality. Here's what each setting does and when to use which option.
Video Resolution
1080p (1920×1080) - Full HD
Recommended for Most UsersStandard high-definition quality that looks great on all devices and platforms.
Best for:
- • YouTube videos
- • Website embeds
- • Social media
- • General purpose
Trade-offs:
- • File size: ~30-50MB per minute
- • Render time: 2-3 minutes per minute of video
- • Upload time: Fast on most connections
4K (3840×2160) - Ultra HD
Premium OptionMaximum quality for professional productions and future-proofing.
Best for:
- • High-end presentations
- • Large screen displays
- • Archival/future-proof content
- • Professional client work
Trade-offs:
- • File size: ~150-200MB per minute
- • Render time: 5-8 minutes per minute of video
- • Requires fast internet for upload
720p (1280×720) - HD
Fast & EconomicalLower resolution for quick testing, drafts, or bandwidth-limited situations.
Best for:
- • Quick drafts/previews
- • Email embeds
- • Low-bandwidth situations
- • Testing scripts
Trade-offs:
- • File size: ~15-20MB per minute
- • Render time: 1-2 minutes per minute of video
- • May look pixelated on large screens
🎯 Beginner Recommendation: Start with 1080p. It provides excellent quality, reasonable file sizes, and fast processing. You can always re-generate in 4K later if needed, since your project saves all settings.
Frame Rate (FPS)
Frame rate determines how many individual images display per second. Higher FPS creates smoother motion but increases file size.
30 FPS (Frames Per Second)
Recommended StandardStandard video frame rate used by most platforms. Provides natural-looking motion for talking head videos.
Choose this for:
- • All AI talking head videos
- • Most social media content
- • Standard web videos
- • 99% of use cases
60 FPS (Frames Per Second)
Rarely NecessaryHigher frame rate creates ultra-smooth motion. Doubles file size for minimal benefit in talking head videos.
Only consider for:
- • Gaming content (not relevant here)
- • Sports/action footage (not relevant here)
- • Specific technical requirements
- • When client specifically requests it
⚡ Performance Note: Since AI avatars have limited movement (mostly talking and subtle gestures), 60 FPS provides no visible improvement over 30 FPS while doubling render time and file size. Always use 30 FPS unless you have a specific technical requirement.
Audio Quality (Bitrate)
Audio bitrate affects voice clarity and file size. Unlike video quality, audio differences are subtle at higher settings.
192 kbps
RecommendedHigh quality audio, indistinguishable from higher bitrates for speech. Perfect balance of quality and efficiency.
320 kbps
Maximum quality. Imperceptible difference for AI voice synthesis. Only use if required by specific standards or archival purposes.
128 kbps
Acceptable quality for most uses. Slight degradation may be noticeable on high-end speakers. Good for quick tests.
4 Workspace Organization Tips
As you create more videos, organization becomes critical. Here's how to structure your workspace for maximum efficiency.
Folder Structure Suggestions
📁 By Platform
- • YouTube
- • Instagram/TikTok
- • Website
📁 By Content Type
- • Product Demos
- • Training Videos
- • Marketing Content
- • Customer Support
📁 By Client/Project
- • Client A
- • Client B
- • Internal Use
- • Templates
Naming Conventions
Include Key Information:
[Date]_[Type]_[Topic]_[Version]
Example: "2026-02-03_Tutorial_Setup_v2"
Use Consistent Dates:
YYYY-MM-DD format sorts chronologically
"2026-02-03" not "Feb 3 2026"
Version Control:
Add version numbers for iterations
v1, v2, v3 or _draft, _final, _approved
5 Common Beginner Mistakes to Avoid
⚠️ Mistake #1: Choosing Wrong Orientation
Starting a project in landscape (16:9) when you need vertical (9:16) for TikTok/Instagram Reels.
Solution: Before clicking "Create Project," confirm where the video will be published and select the matching orientation.
⚠️ Mistake #2: Not Saving Work Regularly
Assuming auto-save is enabled and losing hours of work when browser crashes.
Solution: Click "Save Draft" every 5-10 minutes. Use keyboard shortcut Ctrl+S (Cmd+S on Mac) to save quickly.
⚠️ Mistake #3: Generating Before Reviewing
Clicking "Generate Video" without previewing script, checking avatar/voice selection, or reviewing settings.
Solution: Always use the "Preview" function before final generation. Review your entire script out loud, check avatar matches your brand, and confirm settings are correct.
⚠️ Mistake #4: Maxing Out Quality Unnecessarily
Always choosing 4K/60fps when 1080p/30fps would be perfect, wasting render time and storage.
Solution: Use 1080p/30fps as your default. Only upgrade to 4K when specifically required (client request, large screen display, archival purposes).
⚠️ Mistake #5: Poor Project Naming
Using vague names like "Video 1," "Test," "asdf" that become impossible to find later.
Solution: Use descriptive, consistent naming: "[Date]_[Purpose]_[Topic]" format. Future you will be grateful!
6 Understanding Limits and Quotas
Different subscription tiers have different limits. Understanding these helps you plan your video production workflow effectively.
Free Tier
Pro Tier
Enterprise
💡 Managing Your Quota Effectively
- • Check remaining credits in the top-right corner of dashboard before starting large projects
- • Use 720p for drafts to save credits, then regenerate finals in 1080p once script is perfected
- • Delete old projects you no longer need to free up storage space
- • Download important videos to local storage as backup; platform storage is for active work
- • Plan monthly quota around your content calendar to avoid running out mid-campaign
Up Next in This Series
Part 3: Choosing the Perfect Avatar and Voice
Now that you can navigate the platform and create projects, learn how to select avatars and voices that perfectly match your message and connect with your audience.