Key Takeaways
- Google Vids now lets you create custom video clips directly within the app using AI.
- This new capability is powered by Google’s advanced Veo 2 AI model.
- Generated clips are currently limited to 8 seconds, 720p resolution, and a 16:9 aspect ratio.
- The feature is rolling out to most Google Workspace paid plans at no additional cost.
- For now, AI clip generation understands English prompts only and works on desktop web browsers.
Google is making it easier to spice up your workplace videos. You can now generate custom video clips right inside Google Vids, its AI-powered video creation tool for Google Workspace.
This means you no longer need separate tools or to spend time searching for the perfect stock footage. Unique visual elements are now just a prompt away, thanks to this new integration.
The magic behind this feature is Google DeepMind’s Veo 2 AI model. Veo 2 is known for creating high-quality, realistic videos. It has a good understanding of real-world physics and offers better control over how the video looks.
Adding a custom clip is simple. In the Vids editor, look for a “Generate video” icon. Type a description of the video you want, click “Create,” and then “Insert” to add it to your project.
Keep in mind there are some specifics for these AI-generated clips within Vids. They are currently produced at 720p resolution, run at 24 frames per second, have a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, and can be a maximum of 8 seconds long.
Using this video generation feature won’t cost extra if you’re on an eligible Google Workspace plan. The update is gradually rolling out, and everyone an eligible plan should see it within the next two weeks.
This functionality is available for customers on most paid Google Workspace plans, such as Business Standard, Business Plus, and various Enterprise tiers. Even users on Business Starter, Enterprise Starter, or Nonprofit plans can try these AI features, including clip generation, for a limited time, at least through May 31, 2026.
Currently, all video creation and editing in Vids, including this new AI clip generation, is only available on desktop web browsers. While Vids itself supports multiple languages, the AI generation capability only understands prompts in English for now, as detailed on the Google Workspace Updates blog.
