A practical method
- Identify every word or number that must be exact.
- Keep those details out of the generated background.
- Add verified text in an editor and inspect the final export at viewing size.
An example brief to adapt
Make a 30-second fictional library announcement with a clean closing composition. Do not generate a date, URL or address within the scene. Leave a calm area for a verified event title that I will add in an editor after downloading the film.
Review before moving on
- Are all critical details added accurately?
- Is text readable on a phone?
- Does it remain long enough to understand?
Record a concrete observation beside each check: a line in the treatment, a source passage or a timestamp in the downloaded film. If you cannot inspect an item yet, leave it open. A request in a brief is an intention; the result is what must be reviewed.
Download this guide’s editable text worksheet
What to avoid
Text-free generation is a request, not proof that accidental lettering will never appear. Inspect signs, book covers and background objects before publication.
Sources and scope
The method and fictional brief are original editorial guidance for planning and review. They do not establish a measured performance gain or guarantee a particular render. Product statements follow Kleo’s public pages, checked on 2026-09-23; official platform guidance is linked where relevant.
- Kleo FAQ — Product capabilities and limitations; reconfirm before production.
- Kleo pricing — Current starter offer, product conditions and quoted credit costs.
See the published Kleo examples to inspect actual showcased work. Example films may reflect a different production setup; check the current offer for your own job.