Want to Make Amazing Sora 2 Videos? Follow These 6 Expert Tips
Learn how to make high-quality videos with OpenAI’s Sora 2 AI video generator. Follow these six expert tricks to get the best results, avoid errors, and create realistic visuals.
OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets users create 10-second AI-generated videos that rival professional productions — if you know the right tricks.
OpenAI’s Sora 2 — the upgraded AI video generator — is taking social media by storm, rivaling Google’s Gemini Veo 3 in creative capabilities. But while the results can look stunning, they depend heavily on how you use the tool. After extensive testing, I’ve discovered six key techniques that help produce high-quality, distortion-free AI videos using Sora 2.
What Is Sora 2?
Sora isn’t just OpenAI’s AI video generator — it’s also a TikTok-style social media app featuring endless 10-second, AI-generated videos. The app is currently available on iOS and the web, though access requires an invite code. OpenAI plans to integrate it more deeply into its ChatGPT ecosystem in the future.
1. Be Extremely Descriptive
The secret to getting accurate and creative results is a detailed prompt. Anything you don’t describe clearly will be left to the AI’s imagination — and that’s often where things go wrong.
For instance, instead of typing “a cat playing,” try:
“A small brown cat playing with a stuffed squirrel toy inside a cozy suburban living room.”
Adding details about setting, color, and objects ensures more realistic results and fewer rendering errors.
2. Generate Multiple Versions
Think of AI video generation like cooking — the same recipe can yield different results.
If your first clip doesn’t look perfect, regenerate it or tweak your wording slightly. Often, the difference between a poor output and a brilliant one is just a few more tries.
3. Work Within the 10-Second Limit
Sora 2 videos currently max out at 10 seconds. While you can stitch clips together afterward, the transitions often look unnatural. Focus your ideas into a single, tight sequence instead of trying to cover too much in one go.
4. Limit Text in Your Prompts
AI models like Sora and Veo still struggle with realistic or legible text. Avoid prompts that involve heavy reading material, such as books, signs, or documents. Stick to short words or static text, and regenerate if needed for clearer visuals.
5. Be Careful With Cameos
Sora’s “Cameo” feature allows users to appear in AI-generated clips — or even use others’ likenesses with permission.
However, remember: the Cameo owner can see every video created with their likeness before you post it. Always use the feature responsibly and avoid generating anything inappropriate or misleading.
6. Share Privately Without Publishing
Officially, Sora only allows you to download published videos. But on the web version, there’s a workaround.
Using your browser’s Inspect Element tool (e.g., in Chrome), you can locate your video’s link before posting and save it directly. This trick is useful for sharing drafts privately.
Enjoy Sora 2 While It’s Free
For now, OpenAI lets users create unlimited videos for free. That may change once the platform becomes part of ChatGPT’s paid plans — so this is the perfect time to experiment, explore, and enjoy Sora 2’s creative potential.
