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Pick the path that matches how you want to use Trending: make videos yourself, use your AI assistant in chat, build a focused app, or automate videos in the background.
Choose the path that feels closest to your goal
Use One-click create if you want the fastest way to make shorts without a traditional editor.
Want an AI assistant to walk you through it in chat? Start with AI assistant setup.
Building your own app or automation? Start with Build a Story video app or jump straight to the Video API docs.
Best for beginners
Make shorts yourself
- Go to /dashboard.
- Use Simple for the fastest start, or Custom if you want step-by-step control.
- Track progress in My Library, then download when it is ready.
AI chat
Use your AI assistant in chat
- Connect your AI app to Trending.
- Ask for videos in plain English.
- Review the preview, then render when ready.
Apps
Build a Story video app
- Start with one format and one clear outcome.
- Let Trending handle the heavy video work.
- Use the API only where your app needs control.
Automation
Automate videos for channels
- Separate each channel or client clearly.
- Use triggers and webhooks for repeatable delivery.
- Start with one workflow before scaling up.
Video type guides
Story
Narrated slideshow stories with characters.
Example: I rented a cabin… and found a secret door.
DM Story
Chat bubble drama, timed like real messages.
Example: You will not believe what he texted me…
Confession
Personal, emotional stories (calm voice + captions).
Example: I kept this secret for years…
Did You Know
Short facts with a strong hook.
Example: Did you know octopuses have three hearts?
Rants
Fast talk + bold captions.
Example: Stop doing this at the gym.
Ranking
Top 5 visuals (no narration).
Example: Top 5 funniest animal clips.
List
Facts, tips, jokes, trivia, and more.
Example: 10 surprising space facts.
Automation guides
AI assistant setup
Connect your AI assistant and create videos by chatting.
Build a Story video app
A plain-English guide for turning Trending into a focused mobile app.
Automate videos for channels
Learn the workflow for multi-channel, client, and daily content operations.
Video API docs
For apps, automations, and agents that create videos in the background.