A prompt or a starting image
Use a prompt when you are still exploring how the scene should look. A starting image lets you establish the composition first. For an initial test, describe one action and one camera movement, then compare the result with your intent.
Choosing a generation
Decide on the format and duration, then compare available versions and their costs. The catalog includes different Kling generations. Do not assume their settings are interchangeable: the form shows the modes compatible with your selection.
How to integrate the API
To integrate the Kling Video API, select the exact version and settings in the playground. The generated cURL includes the endpoint, request fields and required Bearer authorization type. Move the request into your server code; keep secret keys out of the browser. References use service-accessible URLs rather than local file paths.
Pricing and generation budget
Compare Kling API prices by generation, mode and duration. Five-second and ten-second clips are different amounts of output, so comparing only the number in a rate row is misleading. Match the settings and budget for alternative motion attempts.
Comparing versions and workflows
Kling 1.6, 2.1, 2.5 and 3.0 identify different catalog generations. For photo animation, first select versions supporting the required image mode, then compare motion and subject consistency. If a video must define the performance, consider the separate Motion Control family.