Example 01
Character dance transfer
A full-body character image follows a reference dance while keeping the costume and colors recognizable.
- Input:
- Character image and motion video
- Settings:
- 720p, 10 seconds
Kling Motion Control
Kling Motion Control
Give a character image a planned movement by pairing it with a clear reference video and explicit orientation settings.
Want to generate a clip from a prompt instead? Read about Kling 4.0 and try the current Kling generator.
Kling Motion Control: supported inputs and settings
Inputs and settings
- Character image (required): Use a clear JPEG or PNG image showing the character you want to animate. Maximum 10MB.
- Motion reference video (required): The reference video must be between 3 and 30 seconds.
- Resolution: 720p, 1080p
- Character orientation: Follow image, Follow video
- Background source: Reference video, Character image
- Input
- A character image and a 3-30 second motion reference video.
- Output
- A motion-controlled character video at the selected resolution.
Kling Motion Control examples
Review the input type and core settings before starting your own version.
Explore the examples, compare the visual choices, and open a card for a prompt or input guide. Published source records and editorial reference prompts are distinguished below. File dimensions and duration describe the downloaded asset.
Prepare the input
Start with a scene brief. For editing or animation, add the matching reference inputs requested by the generator.
What to compare
Play the clip and inspect the beginning, middle and end. Compare the subject, motion, camera path and sound; a thumbnail cannot establish temporal consistency.
Example boundaries
These are selected external examples, not a promise that a prompt will reproduce the same result. Model versions, references and settings can change the outcome.
Source review: 2026-09-08. Preview dimensions are measured from the original files.
Model example
Man speaking in a suit
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
1080 × 1920 · 6.6 s
Open original videoPrompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A man in a suit speaking, in a vertical video.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Three people raising their arms
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
1920 × 1080 · 11.9 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Three people raising their arms together.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Input reference
Young man in an argyle vest outdoors
For framing or visual direction; not a verified output from this tool.
1536 × 2048
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A young man in an argyle vest standing outdoors, facing the camera.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Two close-up speaking portraits
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
398 × 360 · 15 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Two close-up portraits of people speaking, shown side by side.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Input reference
Man in a white vest indoors
For framing or visual direction; not a verified output from this tool.
1280 × 720
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A man in a white vest standing indoors.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Dance movement comparison
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
398 × 360 · 14.6 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Two dance performances shown side by side so the movements can be compared.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Three character motion variations
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
1920 × 1080 · 13.8 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Three characters performing different versions of the same movement.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Dark-haired man facing the camera
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
720 × 1280 · 6.4 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A dark-haired man facing the camera in a vertical video.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Two men speaking in a city scene
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
648 × 360 · 19.7 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Two men talking in a city scene.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Blonde woman facing the camera
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
720 × 1280 · 6.4 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A blonde woman facing the camera in a vertical video.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Three standing character references in motion
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
1920 × 1080 · 15.1 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Three standing characters moving side by side.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Young man in a white shirt
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
720 × 1280 · 6.4 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A young man in a white shirt in a vertical video.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Four views of a woman in green
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
608 × 360 · 12.3 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Four views of a woman in green, shown together.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Input reference
Child character against a dark backdrop
For framing or visual direction; not a verified output from this tool.
1440 × 2560
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A child character against a dark backdrop, in a tall vertical frame.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Model example
Three men demonstrating similar poses
Kling Motion Control model-page example.
1920 × 1080 · 10.2 s
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
Three men demonstrating similar poses one after another.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Input reference
Standing portrait against a warm backdrop
For framing or visual direction; not a verified output from this tool.
1280 × 720
Prompt and settings
Editorial reference prompt
A standing portrait against a warm backdrop.
Written from the visible scene as a starting point; this is not an original generation log.
Example 02
Gesture and performance test
A stable upper-body reference transfers a simple performance gesture to a new character.
- Input:
- Character image and motion video
- Settings:
- 720p, front orientation
Example 03
Illustrated mascot motion
A clean mascot image is paired with a single-subject movement reference for a short social loop.
- Input:
- Mascot image and motion video
- Settings:
- 1080p, simple background
Example 04
Motion with scene context
A character and surrounding scene remain legible while the reference supplies the main body movement.
- Input:
- Character image and motion video
- Settings:
- 720p, landscape
How to use Kling Motion Control
01
Upload the character image
Use a clear image showing the head, shoulders, torso, and limbs with minimal obstruction.
02
Add the motion reference
Choose a 3-30 second MP4 or MOV with one visible subject. Follow image supports up to 10 seconds; Follow video supports up to 30 seconds.
03
Generate and inspect the transfer
Select orientation and resolution, submit after checking the estimate, then review identity, joints, and background edges.
Kling Motion Control use cases
Consistent character clips
Animate a mascot, avatar, or recurring character across multiple movement references.
Motion-control prototypes
Test a choreography, gesture, or pose direction before building a longer sequence.
Social and campaign assets
Create short character clips for social posts, launch concepts, and community content.
Input requirements and limitations
Prepare your input
Frame the character clearly
Keep the character large enough to inspect and avoid cropped limbs, extreme angles, or heavy overlays.
Use a single-subject reference
The movement reference should have a stable camera and enough contrast to separate the body from the background.
Know the limits
Occlusion affects joints
Props, crossed limbs, and other people can make the transferred motion less accurate.
Image orientation has limits
Some orientations support shorter references or different framing rules; follow the active form guidance.
Kling Motion Control vs alternatives
| Option | Best for | Key difference |
|---|---|---|
| Kling Motion Control | Reference-driven character movement | Pairs one character image with one motion video and orientation controls. |
| AI Body Shake | A preset motion effect from one photo | Needs a single character image and applies a fixed effect without a reference motion video. |
| Kling O3 | Prompt-led cinematic video | Better when the shot is described in text rather than driven by a motion reference. |
Frequently asked questions
Use a sharp image with the character’s head, torso, and limbs visible and a background that does not merge with the subject.
Use a reference between 3 and 30 seconds and follow the shorter limit shown for the selected orientation.
Yes. Clean illustrations and mascots can work when their body structure is clear and not heavily occluded.
Yes. Upload only motion references and character images you have permission to process and publish.