How do I write a good prompt?

There is a simple formula. For a video shot write five things, in order:

1. Who: how the character looks.

2. What happens: one action only.

3. Where: the place.

4. How the camera moves: for example "the camera slowly pushes in".

5. Light and mood: for example "warm sunset light".

Example: "a young woman in a red coat walks down a rainy street at night, the camera follows her from behind, neon lights reflect in the puddles".

For an image: what is in frame, style, light and angle.

Places that help:

- Cadabra Prompter: the floating chat in the studio. Write a one-line idea and get a director-level prompt, with no credits spent. Open to package buyers (signup gift credits do not unlock it).

- /presets: tested prompts with a copy button.

- /guides/prompt-writing: the full guide.

Want to try? Tell me what you want to see and I will help you build the prompt.

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