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Quick Start Guide

Learn how to get started with Sora 2 AI video generator

How to Get Access to Sora 2

Step 1: Check Eligibility

OpenAI Sora 2 is currently available to:

  • ChatGPT Plus subscribers ($20/month)
  • ChatGPT Pro subscribers ($200/month)
  • Enterprise customers

Step 2: Sign Up for ChatGPT Plus/Pro

  1. Visit chat.openai.com
  2. Click "Upgrade to Plus" or "Upgrade to Pro"
  3. Complete the payment process
  4. Wait for account activation (usually instant)

Step 3: Access Sora 2

Once your subscription is active:

  1. Log into ChatGPT
  2. Look for the "Sora" option in the model selector
  3. Start creating videos!

Creating Your First Video

Basic Text-to-Video

Prompt: "A serene mountain landscape at sunrise, camera slowly panning across snow-capped peaks with golden light"

Tips for Better Results:

  • Be specific about camera movements
  • Describe lighting and atmosphere
  • Mention desired duration (5-60 seconds)
  • Include style references if needed

Advanced Features

1. Image-to-Video

Upload a starting image and describe how the scene should animate:

[Upload image]
Prompt: "Animate this scene with gentle wind moving through the trees and birds flying across the sky"

2. Video Extension

Extend existing videos by describing what should happen next:

Prompt: "Continue this scene with the camera zooming out to reveal a bustling city in the valley below"

3. Style Control

Prompt: "Same scene but in the style of Studio Ghibli animation"

Best Practices

Prompt Writing Tips

  1. Start with the subject: "A golden retriever"
  2. Add action: "running through a field"
  3. Include setting: "at sunset in the countryside"
  4. Specify camera work: "shot from low angle, tracking movement"
  5. Set the mood: "warm, nostalgic atmosphere"

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Vague prompts: "Make a cool video" ✅ Detailed prompts: "A bustling Tokyo street at night, neon signs reflecting on wet pavement, camera tracking a cyclist through the crowd"

❌ Too many elements: Asking for 10+ different things in one scene ✅ Focused scenes: 3-5 key elements per prompt

Pricing & Limits

ChatGPT Plus ($20/month)

  • Lower priority access
  • Standard resolution output
  • ~50 video generations per month

ChatGPT Pro ($200/month)

  • Priority access during high traffic
  • Higher resolution options
  • Unlimited video generations
  • Longer video durations

Troubleshooting

Video Generation Failed

  • Cause: Prompt contains restricted content
  • Solution: Revise prompt to avoid copyrighted material or inappropriate content

Low Quality Output

  • Cause: Vague or conflicting instructions
  • Solution: Simplify prompt and be more specific

Long Wait Times

  • Cause: High server load
  • Solution: Try during off-peak hours or upgrade to Pro

Next Steps

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