Video Duration & Settings
Understanding duration settings helps you create well-paced films.
Duration Options
Veo 3 supports clip durations from 1 to 8 seconds.
| Duration | Best For |
|---|---|
| 1-2 sec | Quick cuts, reactions, inserts |
| 3-4 sec | Dialogue beats, transitions |
| 5-6 sec | Standard scenes, establishing |
| 7-8 sec | Long takes, slow reveals |
Setting Duration
- Select your frame
- Use the Duration slider in the sidebar
- Set your desired length
- Generate video
Note: Changing duration after video generation will require regenerating the video.
Pacing Guidelines
Fast-paced action:
- 2-3 second clips
- Quick cuts between angles
- Higher energy motion prompts
Emotional drama:
- 5-8 second clips
- Slow, deliberate movement
- Allow moments to breathe
Dialogue scenes:
- 3-5 second clips
- Match to speech rhythm
- Cut on action or reaction
Total Film Duration
Your project shows total calculated duration based on all frame durations combined. Use this to track your film's length.
Tip: The 180 Rule
For smooth pacing, alternate between:
- Long establishing shots (6-8 sec)
- Medium dialogue/action (3-5 sec)
- Quick inserts and reactions (1-2 sec)