How do I sign up and explore the dashboard?

# Step 1: Get Started with Synthesia 1. Visit [synthesia.io](https://www.synthesia.io/) and sign up for the free account (no credit card needed initially; includes 10 video minutes/month). 2. Access the dashboard via the home page. 3. Navigate the left-hand menu: Videos, Tools, Assets. 4. Review recent videos, templates, and updates. 5. Try the free AI video demo: select avatar, type script, generate (emailed in minutes).

How do I create your first video with templates?

# Step 2: Build Basic AI Video 1. Click **New video** (upper-right on homepage). 2. Select a **template** (hover for Preview/Use/Create with AI). 3. Choose blank canvas if preferred. 4. Pick an avatar and enter simple script (new paragraph = new scene). 5. Click **Generate** to preview and produce.

How do I master ai video assistant for content?

# Step 3: Use AI Assistant for Advanced Input 1. In New video, select **AI Video Assistant**. 2. Input: Upload doc (.pptx/pdf up to 50MB), URL ( **Continue in editor**.

How do I customize avatars, scripts, and scenes?

# Step 4: Edit in the Video Editor 1. In editor: Manage metadata, scenes, script. 2. Swap avatars (125+ stock), adjust backgrounds. 3. Animate text/shapes/media; lock elements. 4. Import PowerPoint: Enable editable elements/speaker notes (max 150 slides, .pptx). 5. Test translations (160+ languages).

How do I generate, share, and dive into academy?

# Step 5: Polish, Export, and Learn More 1. Generate final video (up to 150 scenes). 2. Share via link, embed, or download. 3. Explore analytics/views. 4. Enroll in [Synthesia Academy](https://academy.synthesia.io/): Complete Intro course. 5. Practice pro tips: animations, interactivity.

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Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 1: Get Started with Synthesia

Visit synthesia.io and sign up for the free account (no credit card needed initially; includes 10 video minutes/month).
Access the dashboard via the home page.
Navigate the left-hand menu: Videos, Tools, Assets.
Review recent videos, templates, and updates.
Try the free AI video demo: select avatar, type script, generate (emailed in minutes).

Why this step matters:

-Builds familiarity with the interface for efficient navigation
-Enables quick experimentation without commitment

15-30 minutes

Web browser, Email account, Synthesia.io

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Definition of Done

•Successfully created free account
•Navigated home page and tried demo video

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Skipping demo and jumping to full editor

→Use demo first to understand basic flow without limits

❌ Ignoring left menu navigation

→Bookmark key sections like Templates and Academy

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Learning Resources

📖 Online Courses

Intro to Synthesia

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🌐 Helpful Websites

Synthesia Documentation

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Comprehensive guides on video creation and features

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