Text, image and references
Text-to-video, image-to-video and reference-to-video serve different inputs. Select the workflow according to the role your existing materials should play.
High-value video generation
H3 offers 5–15-second clips and a choice of Max or Turbo for supported workflows. Compare the current credit estimate for your scene; reference-led generation uses Max, while text and image tasks can also use Turbo.
Develop a short H3 scene from a written brief, a starting frame or a set of media references, with native audio when the scene needs sound.
Review, download and reuse videos generated with H3.
MiniMax H3 Max capabilities
Choose the starting material before writing the brief. Text defines a new scene, a first frame defines its opening, and media references guide appearance, movement or sound.
Text-to-video, image-to-video and reference-to-video serve different inputs. Select the workflow according to the role your existing materials should play.
Set the clip length, resolution and available frame shape before generating. A storyboard study and a vertical post may need different compositions even when the subject is the same.
Include dialogue, ambience or effects in the scene brief when using native audio. Listen to the generated track alongside the action before accepting the take.
Write the subject's action, setting and camera move, followed by sound directions. Keep the intended sequence clear enough to fit the chosen length.
A first frame establishes the initial composition. Add an ending frame when the final visual state matters and describe the action connecting the two.
Give uploaded images, videos and audio distinct roles, then identify them with @ references in the prompt. Explain which details should guide the new take.
Max and Turbo have different processing and credit options. Turbo applies to text and image workflows; reference-to-video uses Max.
Choose Max for text, image or reference-led work. It is the option used when multiple media assets guide the subject, movement and sound of a new scene.
Turbo is available for text-to-video and image-to-video with a lower credit cost. Check the estimate and assess the result using the same brief when comparing it with Max.
Practical details about H3 reference inputs, output limits and choosing Max or Turbo.