Writing Custom Prompts for Your Faceless Videos

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Writing Custom Prompts with AutoShorts.ai

The Custom Prompt Guide

Welcome to AutoShorts.ai! Our platform allows you to effortlessly manage a faceless channel by automatically creating and uploading unique videos tailored to your chosen topics. To ensure you make the most of our service, here's a comprehensive guide on how to use our Custom Prompt feature effectively.

NEW: We now have a prompt writing tool to help you craft the perfect series prompt.

What is a Custom Prompt?

The Custom Prompt feature allows you to provide detailed instructions to our AI, which it uses to write the "scripts" for each video in your Series.

Note: The custom prompt is not a place to enter an exact video script, but general rather guidelines for the AI so that it can automate writing scripts for you. You can always replace the script with your own later.

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Example Prompts:

Below are a few example prompts that we commonly use. Note how leaving them open-ended allows for each video in your series to be diverse while staying on topic.

  • Life Pro Tips: "Choose and discuss a random life pro tip. Please provide a detailed explanation to support your tip. This tip can cover any useful knowledge, ranging from personal finance and cooking to relationships and beyond. To engage the reader, start your content with a captivating introduction."
  • Fun Facts: "Please select a fascinating fact and craft a captivating narrative around it. The objective is to enhance the reader's knowledge and intelligence in an enjoyable and engaging manner."

You can also get more specific to provide a cohesive narrative for each video in your Series:

  • "Tell a story from the 1st person perspective of a Dog named Charlie, a 3 year old Golden Retriever that lives in the suburbs of Chicago with the Smith family. Choose a single, heart warming event from Charlie's life. Include names, dates, and specifics for a personal touch."

If you have any specific preferences for what you want to see in the generated images, you can specify that as well. The AI will do its best to follow your preferences, but it may not be precise.

  • "Choose one animal and share interesting facts about it. Make it educational and include a fun hook and sign off. Do not show any graphic images of the animal hunting or killing prey."

Prompt Guidelines

  1. Your prompt influences only the script text and image preferences. It does not control timing, music selection, or other elements.
  2. The AI does it best at avoiding duplicating past videos in your Series when generating new content.
  3. Videos in the series do not know about each other. So you won't be able to make videos that start and continue in another video.
  4. Test your prompt to see the generated script and make adjustments as needed.
  5. Prompts work best when you word them as if you were instructing a single video, while keeping it broad enough so that videos don't repeat (see examples below).

Continued:

Let's say you enter a custom prompt for your series, such as: "Discuss an interesting fact about Genghis Khan". Each video that is created in your series will follow the prompt you gave, while also doing its best to avoid duplicating content from past videos in the same series. So, the first video might be a fact about Genghis Khan's military, the next may be about Genghis Khan's leadership, then his legal code, etc.

If you wanted each video in your series to be about something different but still follow the general category of war, then your prompt should be something like: "Please write about a highly interesting event that happened in history related to war." In this case, the first video may be about 300 from Troy, then about The Battle of Gettysburg, etc.

If you've ever used ChatGPT before, it's similar to if you gave it your instructions and asked it to write a video script related to that. Each time you ask it, it will come up with something different. The videos in the series behave similarly.

Need Help?

Struggling to nail down the perfect prompt? No worries! Our support team is on standby to help you craft a prompt that resonates with your channel's voice and vision.

Now that you're equipped with the know-how, let's create something extraordinary!

Happy Creating,
The AutoShorts.ai Team

Faceless Series Prompt Ideas

As an added bonus, here are some fun examples (with prompts) for your next faceless channel:

  • Ancient Civilizations

    Share an interesting and little-known fact or story about an ancient civilization. This could be about a unique cultural practice, a mysterious artifact, or a historical event. Your content should be informative and engaging, shedding light on the fascinating aspects of ancient history that are often overlooked.

  • Unusual Phobias

    Discuss a rare or unusual phobia. Explain what it is, how it manifests, and any interesting facts or theories about its origins. Your content should be empathetic and informative, helping viewers understand these uncommon fears and the people who experience them.

  • Forgotten Inventions

    Explore an invention that was once hailed as revolutionary but has since been forgotten. Describe what the invention was, how it worked, and why it fell out of use. Your goal is to highlight the creativity and ingenuity of past inventors and to spark curiosity about the innovations that didn't quite make it.

  • Historical Conspiracies

    Present a historical conspiracy theory that has captivated the public imagination. Describe the theory, the evidence (or lack thereof), and the context in which it arose. Approach the topic with a balanced perspective, discussing both the intriguing aspects and the reasons why it may not hold up under scrutiny.

  • Unusual Sports

    Introduce a sport that is unusual or lesser-known. Explain its rules, origins, and any unique aspects that set it apart from more mainstream sports. Your content should be engaging and informative, sparking interest in these quirky and fascinating athletic activities.

  • Astrobiology

    Discuss a recent discovery or theory in the field of astrobiology. Explain how it advances our understanding of the possibility of life beyond Earth. Your content should be scientifically accurate yet accessible, aiming to excite and inform viewers about the search for extraterrestrial life.

  • Urban Legends

    Tell the story of an urban legend from a specific region or culture. Describe the legend in detail, including its origins, variations, and any real events that might have inspired it. Your goal is to create a chilling and captivating narrative that draws viewers into the world of urban folklore.

  • Historical Oddities

    Share an odd or quirky historical fact or event that is not widely known. This could be about a bizarre law, an eccentric historical figure, or a strange occurrence. Your content should be intriguing and entertaining, revealing the unusual side of history.

  • Psychological Phenomena

    Explain a rare or fascinating psychological phenomenon. Describe what it is, how it manifests, and any relevant research or theories. Your content should be informative and engaging, helping viewers understand the complexities of the human mind.

  • Vintage Fashion

    Explore a unique trend or piece of clothing from a specific era in vintage fashion. Describe its origins, how it was worn, and its cultural significance. Your content should be visually engaging and informative, celebrating the style and history of vintage fashion.

  • Art Heists

    Tell the story of a famous or lesser-known art heist. Describe the artwork involved, the heist itself, and the aftermath. Your goal is to create a thrilling narrative that captures the intrigue and mystery of art theft.

  • Mythical Artifacts

    Discuss a mythical artifact from history or legend. Describe its supposed powers, origins, and any stories associated with it. Your content should be captivating and mystical, inviting viewers to imagine the possibilities of these legendary objects.

  • Language Oddities

    Share an interesting or peculiar aspect of a specific language. This could be a unique word, phrase, grammatical structure, or linguistic phenomenon. Your content should be educational and engaging, highlighting the diversity and richness of human languages.

  • Unsolved Mysteries

    You are a writer renowned for sparking a sense of mystery and intrigue. I want you to discuss a real unsolved mystery that actually happened. Tell it as if you were speaking about it at a campfire, drawing in your audience until the end. Always begin with some scroll-stopping hook such as "This unsolved mystery has people baffled." or "This unsolved mystery is considered one of the greatest of all time", or "Have you ever heard of the unsolved mystery of [insert mystery here]?" etc. these are just examples, but I want it to draw in your listener.

  • Eco-Innovations

    Highlight a recent innovation or project in the field of environmental sustainability. Describe what it is, how it works, and its potential impact on the environment. Your content should be informative and inspiring, showcasing efforts to create a more sustainable future.

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