1. Upload a PDF
Drop in your PDF and we’ll extract usable text and images.
PDF to Video Generator
Upload a PDF and turn it into a short AI video with clear structure, captions, and pacing.
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PDF to video
Turn a PDF into a vertical short. Upload a PDF, then add any extra instructions.
Upload a PDF
OptionalOptional. Upload a PDF and we’ll extract text and images.
Drop your PDF here or click to browse files
Supports PDF files with parsable text
Your video prompt
Describe what you want to see in your video. We'll generate the script and create the video for you.
Voice
OptionalOptional. Pick a narration voice and we'll force it during script generation.
Background Video
OptionalOptional. Pick a b-roll clip and we'll use it for your video. You can always change it later.
Background Music
OptionalOptional. We'll pick background music for your video based on the script. You can always change it later.
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How PDF to video works
Upload a PDF, add direction, and export a vertical short.
2. Add instructions
Tell us the angle, audience, and tone so the output matches your intent.
3. Download and share
Export the final video and post it to Shorts, Reels, or TikTok.
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Turn PDF documents into short-form videos
This generator converts document content into concise video narratives. It is optimized for repurposing reports, guides, and presentations into social clips.
Use Cases
- Convert whitepapers into short educational videos
- Repurpose slide-like documents for social publishing
- Create summary shorts from long PDF resources
Best For
- Educators and consultants repurposing document content
- Content teams distributing long-form research
- Founders turning decks into social explainers
Example Prompt
Use this PDF to create a 40-second summary video for founders. Focus on the top three insights and end with a CTA to read the full guide.
Output Highlights
- Document-to-script transformation in one workflow
- Captioned, voiceover-ready short output
- Vertical format export for social platforms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Text-based PDFs work best. Scanned PDFs may extract poorly depending on their contents.
Yes. Use the prompt box to add any extra direction, tone, or structure you want.
Yes. You can generate with captions, voiceover, and background music depending on the tool settings.
You get a social-ready vertical video optimized for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok.
Three easy steps to create & share your video with Shortify
Pick the tool, describe what you want, generate a first draft, then customize and export.
1
Describe the video you want
Choose a tool and type a short prompt (topic + angle + tone).
- Pick the generator (Prompt to Video, Reddit Story, Brainrot, Dialogue)
- Write a simple prompt — short works best
- Optionally include key beats or must-mention details
2
Customize the look & feel
Adjust the visuals and presentation to match your style.
- Tweak captions and styling
- Choose b-roll vs AI images (when available)
- Add background music and other settings
3
Export and share
Render the final video and post it anywhere.
- Download a social-ready export
- Publish to Shorts, Reels, or TikTok
- Iterate quickly by generating variants
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