YouTube is expanding its generative AI capabilities in Shorts with enhanced features powered by Google DeepMind's Veo 2 model. The update builds upon the existing Dream Screen feature, offering creators more sophisticated video generation options.

Key Features and Updates:

• Dream Screen now generates standalone video clips for Shorts using text prompts
• Improved video generation speed and quality
• Better understanding of real-world physics and human movement
• Option to specify styles, lens effects, and cinematic effects
• Integration with Google DeepMind's Veo 2 model

How to Use Dream Screen:

1. For Video Backgrounds:

   • Open Shorts camera
   • Select Green Screen
   • Choose Dream Screen
   • Enter prompt
   • Select image
   • Create video background

2. For Standalone Clips:

   • Open Shorts camera
   • Tap Add for media picker
   • Select Create at top
   • Input prompt
   • Select image
   • Choose clip length

Safety and Transparency:

• All AI-generated content includes SynthID watermarks
• Clear labels identify AI-generated elements
• Currently available in US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
• Global rollout planned for future release

This update represents YouTube's continued investment in AI technology, making creative tools more accessible to content creators while maintaining transparency about AI-generated content.

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