Whiteboard Videos Made in 5 Min!
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This tutorial reveals how to create viral whiteboard animation videos in under 5 minutes using free AI tools, without any animation skills or expensive software. The process leverages ChatGPT for scripting, Google Flow for animation, and ElevenLabs for voice-over, all assembled in CapCut.
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Whiteboard videos are easier than they look
Most people think whiteboard animations take hours, but they're actually quick to produce and naturally keep viewers engaged.
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Video made in under 5 minutes with free AI tools
The example video was created in less than 5 minutes using free AI tools, no animation learning or expensive software needed.
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Step 1: Use ChatGPT for script and scene generation
Paste a provided prompt into ChatGPT, choose a topic (or generate one), select video duration (e.g., 1 minute), and specify number of scenes (e.g., 10) to get individual scene descriptions and animation instructions.
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Step 2: Generate animations with Google Flow
Open Google Flow, create a new project, set aspect ratio to 16:9 and output to 1x. Copy each animation prompt from ChatGPT into Flow to generate clips.
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Step 3: Create voice-over with ElevenLabs
Ask ChatGPT to convert the script into a professional voice-over narration, then paste into ElevenLabs to generate audio.
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Step 4: Assemble in CapCut
Import all clips into CapCut, arrange in order, sync with narration, add transitions, and export the final video.
By following this step-by-step process, anyone can produce professional-looking whiteboard animation videos quickly and for free, making it accessible for creators without technical skills.
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Open Google Flow, create a new project, set aspect ratio 16:9, output 1x, and generate each scene using prompts from ChatGPT.
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Ask ChatGPT to convert script into voice-over narration, then use ElevenLabs to generate audio.
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Import all clips into CapCut, arrange in order, sync with narration, add transitions, and export.
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What is the first step in creating a whiteboard animation video according to the tutorial?
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What is the first step in creating a whiteboard animation video according to the tutorial?
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Open ChatGPT and paste the provided prompt to generate a script.
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Which tool is used to generate the animated scenes?
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Which tool is used to generate the animated scenes?
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Google Flow.
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What aspect ratio should be set in Google Flow for the animation?
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What aspect ratio should be set in Google Flow for the animation?
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16:9.
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Which service is recommended for generating the voice-over?
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Which service is recommended for generating the voice-over?
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ElevenLabs.
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What video editor is used in the tutorial to assemble the final video?
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What video editor is used in the tutorial to assemble the final video?
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CapCut.
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How many scenes does the tutorial suggest for a 1-minute video?
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How many scenes does the tutorial suggest for a 1-minute video?
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10 scenes.
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💡 Key Takeaways
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Whiteboard videos are easier than they look
Dispels the common misconception that whiteboard animations are time-consuming and complex.
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Video made in under 5 minutes with free AI tools
Demonstrates the speed and accessibility of the process, encouraging creators to try it.
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Google Flow for animation generation
Introduces a free tool (Google Flow) that can create animations from text prompts.
01:38Full Transcript
[00:01] the funny thing is, most people still think they take hours to create. But the truth is, they're way easier than they look. These videos work so well because they naturally keep people watching
[00:14] education, history, storytelling, and facts are growing so quickly using this video you're watching right now was made in less than 5 minutes using free AI tools. So, if you want to create videos like this without learning animation or
[00:30] spending money on expensive software, this tutorial will show you the exact process step-by-step. Just make sure you follow every step carefully because even one small mistake can affect the final drawing animation effect. All right,
[00:42] let's jump in. First, open ChatGPT. Now, paste in the prompt I've provided in the description and send it. Once the prompt runs, ChatGPT will ask whether you want already have one in mind, simply type generate topic. It'll instantly give you
[00:57] multiple topic ideas to choose from. Pick the one you like or ask for more already know your topic, you can skip this step and enter your own. After selecting your topic, ChatGPT will ask for the video duration. Choose whatever
[01:10] length you want. For this example, I'm keeping it short and selecting 1 minute. Within seconds, ChatGPT creates the script. Now comes the important part. how many scenes you want. The number of scenes should match your video length so
[01:24] the pacing feels smooth. For example, I'll choose 10 scenes. Once you send it, individual scenes and generates animation instructions for each one. Next, open Google and search for Google Flow. Open the site and create a new
[01:38] project. Inside the dashboard, choose videos arrow ingredients. Set the aspect ratio to 16 to 9 and leave the output setting at 1x. Now, go back to ChatGPT. Copy the first animation prompt and paste it into Flow. Generate the clip.
[01:52] After a short wait, your animated scene will be ready. And honestly, the results usually look surprisingly good. Now, repeat the same process for all remaining scenes. Once all clips are generated, upscale them if needed and
[02:04] download everything. Now, go back to ChatGPT one more time and type, "Convert this script into a professional voice-over narration." ChatGPT will and more natural when spoken. For voice-overs, I'm using ElevenLabs. Paste
[02:19] the narration script there, generate the voice, and your audio will be ready in seconds. At this point, we've got both our visuals and voice-over ready. Now, open your video editor. I'll use CapCut for this example. Import all your clips
[02:32] timeline and arrange the scenes in order. Sync the visuals with the narration. You can also add transitions between scenes to make everything feel smoother. And that's it. Your whiteboard animation video is finished. If this
[02:45] leave a like and subscribe. And if you get stuck anywhere, drop your questions in the comments. I try to reply whenever I can. See you in the next one.