How to Make an Animated Video Using AI

Introduction

Understanding your market is crucial for making informed decisions. One effective way to connect with your audience is through animated explainer videos. These videos are particularly popular among business owners, content creators, and educators because they quickly capture attention and convey messages effectively.

In this article, we'll delve into how to create an animated explainer video using an AI tool called Mango Animate.

Introducing Mango Animate

Mango Animate is a comprehensive toolkit for animators that features several tools for various animation needs. On the homepage, you’ll find the following options:

Mango AI: Generates AI videos online.
Mango AM: Creates animation videos.
Mango WM: Generates whiteboard animations.
Mango PM: Creates presentations.
Mango CM: Generates characters.
Mango TM: Creates text-based videos.

For today's task—creating an animated explainer video—we'll use Mango AI. To get started, visit the Mango AI page and create an account using your Google or email credentials.

Getting Started with Mango AI

Once you're logged into the Mango AI interface, you’ll see several options to create AI videos. Here’s a brief overview:

AI Talking Photo: Creates a talking photo avatar.
Text to Animation: Converts text scripts into engaging animated videos.
Text and Image to Video: Combines text and images to create videos.
Talking Head Video: Produces custom talking head avatars with accurate lip sync.
AI Photo Editor: Provides editing tools for images.

Since our goal is to create an animated explainer video, we'll select the Text to Animation feature.

Creating Your Animated Video

Step 1: Choose a Template

Inside the Text to Animation interface, browse through a variety of templates suited for different use cases. It’s advisable to select the custom option, which unlocks the full potential of Mango AI’s features.

I opted for a Disney-style avatar template. After selecting it, click Create to proceed.

Step 2: Script and Voiceover

Start by writing a short introductory script, for instance, "How to run a YouTube channel with AI." Next, paste your complete video script into the designated text box. You can also add images to accompany your script if necessary.

Once you’ve entered your script, hit the Apply button and proceed to write an outro. For example, "Thanks for watching! See you in the next season." You can select an outro background either from Mango’s library or upload your own.

Step 3: Script Settings

Set up your script settings. Choose your voice actor from one of the three major AI voice generator platforms: Amazon AWS Polly, Azure, or 11 Labs. You can generate voiceovers in various languages. After selecting a suitable platform, listen to the voice samples and pick the best fit for your project.

Next, configure your title style and font to match your video’s tone.

Step 4: Video Settings

Adjust your video settings, including resolution, background music, and aspect ratio according to your preferences. If you do not want translations on your video, you can remove that option here.

Step 5: Background and Avatar Settings

In the background section, you can choose from a plethora of video backgrounds or upload a custom one. I selected a background from Mango’s library for this example.

When selecting your avatar, you can choose between Dynamic Avatar, Photo Avatar, or Custom Avatar. For this tutorial, I chose a photo avatar. Mango Animate offers an exciting feature that allows you to swap faces of the avatar using your own image.

After selecting your avatar, adjust the avatar settings, including resolution and facial movements. Mango Animate even allows for lip syncing with animated characters, which can be enabled with a simple toggle.

Step 6: Whiteboard and Final Assembly

Mango AI also provides a variety of whiteboard templates. Choose one that suits your theme, and adjust background styles and any desired effects.

Finally, click the Create AI Video button. The rendering process may take some time, so you can take a break or divert your attention elsewhere while the video is being generated. After some waiting, your video will be ready for download.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully create an animated explainer video that effectively communicates your message. In addition to the Text to Animation feature, Mango AI offers numerous other capabilities that we will explore in future videos.

If you decide to give it a go, I'd love to hear about your experience in the comments section below. Don’t forget to like this article if you found it helpful and subscribe for more insightful tutorials!

Keywords

Animated videos
Explainer video
Mango AI
Video creation
AI tools
Animation templates
Voiceover options

FAQ

What is Mango AI?
Mango AI is an online tool that allows users to create animated videos, including explainer videos, through various features like text-to-animation and avatar creation.

How do I create an animated video using Mango AI?
To create an animated video using Mango AI, you need to choose a template, write a script, configure voice settings, choose backgrounds and avatars, and generate the final video.

Can I upload my own images and backgrounds?
Yes! Mango AI allows you to upload your own images and backgrounds, offering a more personalized touch to your videos.

What platforms can I use for voice generation?
Mango AI supports voice generation through Amazon AWS Polly, Azure, and 11 Labs, enabling you to create voiceovers in different languages.

Is it necessary to select a template?
While it's not mandatory, using a template can help streamline the video creation process and provide inspiration for your animated video.