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Storyboard Editor Guide

20 min read Intermediate Updated Jan 5, 2025

Master the storyboard editor interface. Learn to edit scenes, adjust camera settings, and manage frames efficiently.

Editor Overview

The storyboard editor is divided into several key sections:

  • Scene List: Left panel showing all storyboard frames
  • Parameter Editor: Right panel for editing frame details
  • Preview Area: Central area for viewing generated images
  • Toolbar: Top bar with action buttons

Scene Parameters

Basic Scene Information

  • Description: Main scene description
  • Location: Where the scene takes place
  • Time: Time of day
  • Notes: Additional notes or directions

Camera Settings

Shot Types

  • Extreme Close-up (ECU): Tight focus on details
  • Close-up (CU): Face or object detail
  • Medium Close-up (MCU): Chest up
  • Medium Shot (MS): Waist up
  • Medium Long Shot (MLS): Knees up
  • Long Shot (LS): Full body
  • Extreme Long Shot (ELS): Establishing shot

Camera Movements

  • Static: No movement
  • Push In: Move camera closer
  • Pull Out: Move camera away
  • Pan Left/Right: Horizontal rotation
  • Tilt Up/Down: Vertical rotation
  • Truck/Dolly: Follow subject movement
  • Crane: Vertical movement

Camera Angles

  • Eye Level: Neutral angle
  • High Angle: Looking down (subject appears smaller)
  • Low Angle: Looking up (subject appears larger)
  • Bird's Eye: Directly above
  • Dutch Angle: Tilted horizon

Action Information

Character Actions

Describe what characters are doing in the scene. Be specific about:

  • Body movements and gestures
  • Facial expressions
  • Interactions with objects
  • Movement through space

Props

List important props in the scene. Include:

  • Key objects characters interact with
  • Background elements that add context
  • Items that appear in multiple shots for continuity

Atmosphere & Style

Mood

Define the overall emotional tone:

  • Suspenseful
  • Romantic
  • Action-oriented
  • Melancholic
  • Joyful
  • Mysterious

Artistic Style

Choose a visual style:

  • Photorealistic
  • Cinematic
  • Anime
  • Watercolor
  • Oil Painting
  • Sketch/Storyboard style

Dialogue & Sound

Dialogue

Add character dialogue:

  • Character name
  • Spoken lines
  • Voice direction (optional)

Narration

Add voice-over narration:

  • Narrator text
  • Tone and pacing notes

Sound Design

Specify audio elements:

  • Background music
  • Environmental sounds
  • Sound effects

Batch Editing

Edit Multiple Frames

To edit multiple frames at once:

  1. Select multiple frames in the scene list
  2. Click "Batch Edit" in the toolbar
  3. Modify shared parameters
  4. Apply changes to all selected frames

Frame Management

Add New Frames

  • Click "+" button in the scene list
  • Right-click and select "Add Frame"
  • Use keyboard shortcut (if available)

Delete Frames

  • Select frame(s) to delete
  • Click delete button or press Delete key
  • Confirm deletion

Reorder Frames

  • Drag and drop frames in the scene list
  • Use cut/paste to move frames

Tips & Best Practices

1. Plan Shot Sequences

Think about how shots flow together:

  • Vary shot types for visual interest
  • Maintain spatial continuity
  • Consider pacing and rhythm

2. Be Specific with Camera

Clear camera directions help generate better images:

  • Specify exact shot type
  • Include movement and angle
  • Note focus pull or depth changes

3. Maintain Consistency

Keep elements consistent across frames:

  • Character appearance
  • Location details
  • Lighting conditions
  • Color palette