How to Use MiniMax H3 Max for Image to Video

A product photo, a portrait, or an illustration can be the starting point for a short video. This MiniMax H3 Max image-to-video walkthrough takes you through the process in I2video, from choosing an image to reviewing your first clip.

1. Prepare your starting image

Choose an image with a clear subject and enough space for the movement you want. If a hand or product is already cut off at the edge, consider using a wider crop before uploading.

I2video accepts JPG, PNG, and WebP files up to 2 MB. The video follows your source image's proportions, so use a vertical image if you want a vertical clip.

For your first attempt, pick a scene that needs only a small amount of movement: a bottle on a table, a person sitting still, or curtains beside a window.

2. Upload and describe the shot

Open the image-to-video tool, select Image to video, and upload your file.

Describe what should change during the shot. For a simple product clip, try:

Slowly move the camera closer to the bottle. Keep the bottle upright and the background still. Add quiet room ambience.

You can include sound in the same prompt. Describe the audio you want to hear, then check whether it fits the finished scene.

For more examples, see our MiniMax H3 Max prompt tips.

3. Choose a duration

I2video offers 5, 10, and 15-second clips at 768p.

• 5 seconds: a useful starting point for testing a small movement.
• 10 seconds: more room for a slower action or camera move.
• 15 seconds: useful when the shot needs time to develop and settle.

Start with 5 seconds when you are still testing the idea. Check the displayed credit cost before generating; a longer clip uses more credits.

4. Generate and check the whole clip

Generate your video and preview it before downloading. Watch the middle of the clip as carefully as the opening frame.

Check whether the subject stays recognizable, whether objects change shape, and whether the sound matches the scene. For product videos, look closely at labels and small text.

If something goes wrong, change one part of the setup before trying again. A different crop or a smaller movement may be more useful than adding more instructions. Each new generation uses credits.

Create your first image-to-video clip

Choose one image and one simple movement. Upload it to I2video, start with a short clip, and review the result before spending credits on a longer version.

Create video →