Kling 3.0 Prompting Guide (Indexed)
Index
- Shot‑based structure (multi‑shot up to six)
- Subject anchoring for consistency
- Explicit motion + camera behavior
- Native audio (dialogue, tone, timing, language)
- Longer durations (up to 15s) for narrative flow
- Image‑to‑video: lock the first frame, then move
- Dialogue rules (P1–P4)
Shot‑based structure
Think in shots, not a single clip. Kling 3.0 supports multi‑shot outputs (up to six). Structure prompts as a sequence with labeled shots, each describing framing, subject, and motion. This yields smoother transitions and more cinematic coverage.
Subject anchoring
Define core characters/objects early and keep descriptions consistent across shots. This improves identity and element consistency, especially in multi‑character or multi‑shot sequences.
Motion + camera
Describe motion explicitly. Specify both subject movement and camera behavior (tracking, panning, freezing, long takes). Clear motion instructions reduce artifacts and improve pacing.
Native audio
When audio is enabled, clearly label speakers and the order of dialogue. Include tone and delivery so lip sync, expressions, and timing stay coherent. Kling supports multiple languages, dialects, accents, and code‑switching.
Longer durations
With output up to 15 seconds, describe progression over time (actions evolving, camera reacting, transitions). This enables real storytelling in one generation.
Image‑to‑video
Treat the input image as the anchor. Focus on how the scene evolves (subtle motion, camera drift, environmental changes). Kling preserves layout, identity, and even text/signage from the image.
Dialogue rules (P1–P4)
- P1 Structured naming: Use unique, consistent character labels.
- P2 Visual anchoring: Describe the action first, then the line to bind speech to visuals.
- P3 Audio detail: Add tone/emotion per character to avoid generic delivery.
- P4 Temporal control: Use clear sequencing words (“immediately,” “then,” “after”) to avoid merged speech.
Template (safe to use)
Shot 1: [Subject + environment]. Camera: [framing + movement]. Motion: [subject motion].
Shot 2: [Continuation + change]. Camera: [new angle]. Motion: [new action].
[Character A: label, tone]: “Line…”
Immediately, [Character B: label, tone]: “Line…”
