How to Use Google Veo 3: Complete Tutorial
Master AI video creation with this comprehensive step-by-step guide. From your first prompt to professional videos in minutes.
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🚀 Getting Started with Google Veo 3
Prerequisites: What You Need
✅ Required
- ✓ Internet connection (high-speed recommended)
- ✓ Web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- ✓ Ulazai account (free to create)
- ✓ Credits for video generation
💡 Recommended
- • Large screen for better editing experience
- • Creative ideas and reference material
- • Understanding of video concepts
- • Patience for learning curve
⚡ Quick Start Option
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1 Create Your Account & Get Credits
Account Creation
- 1. Visit ulazai.com/register
- 2. Enter your email and create password
- 3. Verify email (recommended)
- 4. Receive 100 free credits instantly
Credit Information
- • 100 free credits for new users
- • 130 credits = Veo 3 Fast video
- • 300 credits = Veo 3 Premium video
- • Test with images first (8 credits each)
💡 Pro Tip: Start with image generation to test prompts before using credits on videos!
2 Navigate to V2 Studio
After logging in, you'll see the main dashboard. Here's how to access video generation:
- a Click "V2 Studio" in the main navigation menu
- b You'll be redirected to the video generation interface
- c Look for the model selection dropdown at the top
3 Select Google Veo 3 Model
Veo 3 Fast
- • 130 credits per video
- • 60-90 seconds generation time
- • 720p HD quality
- • Perfect for testing prompts
Recommended for beginners
Veo 3 Premium
- • 300 credits per video
- • 90-180 seconds generation time
- • 720p HD quality
- • Maximum quality and detail
Best for final production
💡 Strategy: Use Veo 3 Fast to test and refine your prompts, then generate the final version with Veo 3 Premium.
4 Configure Video Settings
Aspect Ratio
- • 16:9 - Landscape (YouTube, desktop)
- • 9:16 - Portrait (TikTok, Instagram)
- • 1:1 - Square (Instagram posts)
Duration
- • 8 seconds - Standard length
- • Perfect for most content
- • Optimal for social media
Quality
- • 720p HD - Standard quality
- • Consistent across both models
- • Suitable for all platforms
5 Write Your Video Prompt
This is the most crucial step. Your prompt determines the quality and accuracy of your video.
Example Prompt Structure:
"A golden retriever running through a sunflower field at sunset, cinematic wide shot, slow motion, warm golden lighting, professional cinematography"
✅ Include These Elements:
- • Subject: What/who is in the video
- • Action: What they're doing
- • Environment: Where it's happening
- • Camera style: How it's filmed
- • Lighting: Time of day, mood
- • Style: Artistic direction
❌ Avoid These Mistakes:
- • Vague descriptions
- • Too many conflicting elements
- • Contradictory instructions
- • Overly complex scenes
- • Missing key details
- • Unrealistic physics
6 Generate & Review Your Video
Generation Process:
- 1. Click "Generate Video" button
- 2. Wait for processing (2-5 minutes depending on model)
- 3. Video will appear in your queue when ready
- 4. Preview the result in your browser
- 5. Download if satisfied, or regenerate if needed
⏱️ Generation Times:
- • Veo 3 Fast: 60-90 seconds
- • Veo 3 Premium: 90-180 seconds
- • Peak hours may take longer
7 Download & Share Your Video
Download Options:
- • MP4 format (universally compatible)
- • 720p HD quality
- • No watermarks
- • Commercial use allowed
Sharing Tips:
- • Upload directly to social platforms
- • Add your own branding if needed
- • Consider adding background music
- • Optimize for platform requirements
✍️ How to Write Effective Veo 3 Prompts
The Perfect Prompt Formula
Formula Structure:
[Subject] + [Action] + [Environment] + [Camera] + [Style] + [Lighting]
🏆 Excellent Prompt Examples:
Nature Scene:
"A majestic eagle soaring through snow-capped mountain peaks, aerial tracking shot, golden hour lighting, cinematic 4K style"
Urban Scene:
"A woman walking through neon-lit Tokyo streets at night, steady cam follow shot, cyberpunk aesthetic, rain reflections"
Product Demo:
"Luxury watch rotating on marble surface, extreme close-up macro shot, studio lighting, premium commercial style"
❌ Prompts to Avoid:
Too Vague:
"Make a cool video" ❌
Missing all essential elements
Contradictory:
"Dark bright scene with invisible visible objects" ❌
Conflicting descriptions confuse the AI
Overly Complex:
"20 people doing different actions while cars fly and robots dance" ❌
Too many elements lead to poor results
Camera Movement Keywords
Static Shots:
- • "static shot"
- • "fixed camera"
- • "locked off"
- • "tripod shot"
- • "still frame"
Moving Shots:
- • "tracking shot"
- • "dolly movement"
- • "crane shot"
- • "steadicam"
- • "handheld"
Aerial Shots:
- • "drone shot"
- • "aerial view"
- • "bird's eye"
- • "top down"
- • "helicopter shot"
💡 Practical Examples by Use Case
📱 Social Media Content
TikTok/Instagram:
"Young woman dancing in colorful street art alley, vertical 9:16 shot, upbeat energy, vibrant colors"
YouTube Shorts:
"Life hack demonstration close-up, hands showing cooking tip, clean white background, portrait orientation"
🎬 Cinematic Content
Drama Scene:
"Person standing alone on foggy bridge, wide cinematic shot, melancholic mood, film noir style"
Action Sequence:
"Sports car speeding through tunnel, low angle tracking shot, dramatic lighting, high-octane energy"
📈 Marketing Videos
Product Showcase:
"Smartphone rotating on white surface, studio lighting, clean minimalist style, premium presentation"
Lifestyle Brand:
"Person enjoying coffee in modern café, warm natural lighting, lifestyle photography aesthetic"
🎨 Creative & Artistic
Abstract Art:
"Colorful paint mixing in water, macro close-up, psychedelic colors, fluid art style"
Nature Art:
"Time-lapse flower blooming, extreme close-up, botanical documentation style, soft natural lighting"
🔧 Troubleshooting Common Issues
❌ Video Quality Issues
Common Problems:
- • Blurry or low-quality output
- • Inconsistent character appearance
- • Unrealistic motion
- • Poor lighting/colors
Solutions:
- • Add "high quality", "4K", "cinematic" to prompts
- • Use more specific character descriptions
- • Include physics-aware language
- • Specify lighting conditions clearly
⚠️ Prompt Interpretation Issues
Common Problems:
- • AI misunderstands the prompt
- • Missing important elements
- • Wrong style or mood
- • Incorrect camera angle
Solutions:
- • Break complex ideas into simpler parts
- • Use more specific, descriptive language
- • Add style references from known films/art
- • Include multiple camera angle keywords
🔄 Generation Failures
Common Problems:
- • Video generation fails/times out
- • Credits deducted but no video
- • Error messages
- • Long processing times
Solutions:
- • Check credit balance before generation
- • Contact support for credit refunds
- • Try simpler prompts if errors persist
- • Generate during off-peak hours
🚀 Advanced Tips for Pro Results
🎯 Prompt Optimization
- • Test prompts with Veo 3 Fast first
- • Use reference styles: "Blade Runner aesthetic"
- • Include negative space: "isolated subject"
- • Specify frame rate feel: "cinematic 24fps"
- • Add emotional context: "melancholic mood"
⚡ Workflow Efficiency
- • Batch similar videos in one session
- • Save successful prompts for reuse
- • Plan video series with consistent styles
- • Use different aspect ratios for platforms
- • Generate during off-peak hours
🎬 Cinematic Techniques
- • Use depth of field: "shallow focus"
- • Add motion blur: "speed lines"
- • Include lens effects: "lens flare"
- • Specify color grading: "teal and orange"
- • Use lighting ratios: "dramatic chiaroscuro"
💰 Credit Management
- • Start with image generation (8 credits)
- • Use Fast model for iteration
- • Save Premium for final versions
- • Plan projects within credit budget
- • Track successful prompt patterns
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❓ Tutorial FAQ
How do I use Google Veo 3 for free?
Create a free Ulazai account and receive 100 credits instantly. Use these credits to test image generation (8 credits each) and then try video generation when you're ready. Veo 3 Fast costs 130 credits per video.
What's the best way to learn Google Veo 3?
Follow this tutorial step-by-step: 1) Create account and get free credits, 2) Start with image generation to test prompts, 3) Use Veo 3 Fast for video testing, 4) Graduate to Veo 3 Premium for final videos. Practice with different prompt styles and camera movements.
How long does it take to learn Veo 3?
Basic usage can be learned in 10-15 minutes. Advanced prompt writing and cinematic techniques take 1-2 hours of practice. Most users create their first quality video within 30 minutes of starting.
Can I use this tutorial for commercial projects?
Absolutely! This tutorial teaches you to create commercial-quality videos. All videos generated through Ulazai can be used for commercial purposes without restrictions. You own full rights to your generated content.
Where can I use Google Veo 3 videos?
Veo 3 videos work on all platforms: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, websites, presentations, advertisements, and more. The 720p HD quality is perfect for social media and professional use.
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Last updated: January 2025 | Created by Ulazai.com