Kling 3.0 · Motion Control

AI Motion Control: Animate Any Character

Upload a character image and a motion reference video — Kling 3.0 transfers the movement while preserving identity, clothing, and proportion

Generate Motion Video

Free credits on signup · 1 image + 1 video reference · 720p / 1080p

From reference video to character animation in 3 steps

Turn any motion clip into a new character performance

  1. Upload a character image and a motion video
    Step 1

    Upload a character image and a motion video

    Provide one character image for identity and one reference video for the target movement, dance, or action

  2. Describe the scene and environment
    Step 2

    Describe the scene and environment

    Use the prompt to set lighting, background, camera angle, and atmosphere — the reference video handles the motion

  3. Generate with Kling 3.0 Motion Control
    Step 3

    Generate with Kling 3.0 Motion Control

    Choose 720p or 1080p, set the duration, and generate the motion-transferred clip

Reference-driven motion transfer with identity lock

Let the reference video direct the action, not random generation

Full-Body Motion & Pose Transfer

Accurately extracts limb skeletons and complex dynamic trajectories from reference video, transferring full-body motions while keeping body proportions stable.

Martial Arts & Complex Stance Alignment

Whether Tai Chi forms, deep horse stances, or balanced body extensions, transfer posture seamlessly across different ages and body builds.

Facial Expression & Micro-Gesture Sync

Tracks blinks, raised eyebrows, tongue gestures, and eye gaze direction frame by frame, mirroring expressive emotions and playful micro-gestures.

Element Editing & Scene Interaction

Supports character replacement, element addition, deletion, and prop interactions while preserving lighting reflections and environmental physics.

Motion-controlled clips generated with Kling 3.0

Each clip is driven by one character image and one motion reference video

Cinematic Drama & Emotional Performance

Captures subtle eye movements, micro-expressions, and breathing rhythms, generating dramatic cinematic monologues and intimate close-ups.

Built for creators who need controlled character motion

Replace random AI motion with directed, repeatable movement

Kling 3.0 Motion Control specs

The motion control model available in Pilio Studio

Model

Kling 3.0 Motion Control

A specialized motion transfer model that maps reference video movement onto a character image

Required inputs

1 character image + 1 reference video

Provide one image (JPG or PNG) for the character and one video (MP4 or MOV) for the target motion

Resolution

720p / 1080p

Choose draft quality for fast iteration or higher resolution for final output

Supported image formats

JPG, PNG

Use clear, well-lit character images with visible face and full or half body

Supported video formats

MP4, MOV

Use a single-subject reference clip with steady framing and visible limbs

Best for

Motion transfer, character animation, dance replication

Ideal when you have a specific action you want a different character to perform

On Pilio

Transfer any motion onto any character

Upload your character image and reference video, then let Kling 3.0 Motion Control handle the rest

Start motion control generation

Motion Control AI FAQ

Common questions before your first motion transfer

What is motion control AI?

Motion control AI extracts movement from a reference video and applies it to a different character image. Unlike generic text-to-video, the motion comes from a real clip, giving you directed, repeatable results.

What inputs does Kling 3.0 Motion Control need?

One character image (JPG or PNG) and one reference video (MP4 or MOV). The image defines who moves, the video defines how they move.

Does it keep the character's face consistent?

Yes. Kling 3.0 Motion Control locks facial features, clothing, and body proportions from the reference image. Complex occlusions or extreme angle changes can still reduce consistency.

Is motion control AI only for dance videos?

No. It works for product reveals, athletic motion, sign language, fashion walks, tutorial presentations, cinematic acting, and any other repeatable action.

What makes a good reference video?

Use a single-subject clip with steady framing, visible limbs, consistent lighting, and moderate speed. Avoid rapid cuts, heavy occlusion, and crowded backgrounds.

How is this different from Kling 3.0 standard video generation?

Standard Kling 3.0 generates video from text or images. Motion Control requires a reference video to direct the exact movement, giving you much tighter control over posture, timing, and action.

What resolution and duration are available?

Kling 3.0 Motion Control supports 720p and 1080p output. Duration depends on the reference clip and model settings.

Do I need animation or motion capture skills?

No. Record or find a reference video of the motion you want, upload a character image, add an optional prompt for environment and lighting, then generate.