Text-to-Video Prompt Engineering: Master AI Video Prompts in 2026
Learn how to write perfect text-to-video prompts for AI video generators. Tips, templates, and example prompts for Seedance 2.0 and other tools.
The Art of Text-to-Video Prompt Engineering
The quality of your AI-generated video depends heavily on your prompt. Here's how to master it.
Anatomy of a Great Prompt
- Subject: What is the main focus?
- Action: What is happening?
- Setting: Where does it take place?
- Camera: How is it filmed?
- Style: What's the visual style?
Prompt Templates That Work
Nature
"Mountain lake reflection, golden hour, mist rising, drone pull-back shot, cinematic, 4K"
Product
"Luxury perfume bottle on marble surface, soft spot lighting, orbiting camera, commercial style"
Abstract
"Flowing liquid gold morphing into geometric shapes, slow motion, Art Deco style, dreamy"
Common Mistakes
- ❌ Too vague: "Make a cool video"
- ❌ Overloaded: Listing 20+ conflicting instructions
- ✅ Be specific but focused: 1-3 sentences with clear visual direction
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