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PDF to Video Converter

Convert your DOC, TXT, and PDF files into captivating videos in just 5 minutes.

  • Easily convert PDF into narrated video
  • PDF to MP4 with AI avatars
  • No editing experience required

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Better than your usual PDF to video converter

There are many PDF to video tools out there, but Synthesia has the most powerful functionality to create engaging videos from static PDF content.

Convert your PDF to video in 2 clicks

Upload your PDF and effortlessly convert it into a video that is fully customizable.

  • Turn a PDF into an MP4 file in 5 minutes
  • Add music, TTS voiceovers and AI-generated assets
  • Easily edit your video with text prompts

Add AI presenters for increased engagement

Use a realistic AI avatar to narrate your PDF content in video format. No cameras needed.

  • Choose from 230+ realistic AI presenters
  • Watch expressive avatars bring your content to life
  • Generate a custom avatar that looks and sounds like you

Translate PDFs into 140+ languages

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Convert PDF to MP4 in your audience’s native language.

  • Add text-to-speech voiceovers in 140+ languages
  • Choose from 1000+ expressive voices in a range of accents
  • Easily add captions to make your video accessible to everyone

Adjust video file on demand

Has the content of your PDF changed? Convert your new pages from scratch or simply adjust your existing file in Synthesia

Edit your PDF video in your browser

No need for external video editors. Convert, make, edit, and cut video files all in one place.

Download videos in high quality

We support and convert videos in full HD 1080p in MP4 format. Download, embed and stream the file easily.

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How to turn a PDF file into an AI video

Here’s how easy it is to convert your PDF into a video in just a few clicks with Synthesia.

1

Upload your PDF

Upload a PDF, text file, Word doc, or PowerPoint, and Synthesia will turn it into a video-ready script.

2

Refine your prompt

Choose a template and tailor your prompt by setting the length, objective, audience, language, speaker, and tone.

3

Select your avatar

Pick from over 230 lifelike AI avatars to present your video.

4

Edit your video

Customize with Veo 3 clips, stock or personal footage, music, voiceovers in 130+ languages, animations, and your brand assets.

5

Generate and export

Click Generate and get a polished video in minutes—ready to share anywhere.

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Why should you convert PDF into videos?

Your brain processes information faster than text. In fact, 90% of information transmitted to the brain is visual, and visuals are processed 60,000X faster than text.

Video is memorable

Viewers retain 95% of a video’s message as compared to 10% if reading text.

Video grabs attention

78% of people watch online videos weekly, and 55% watch videos daily.

Video drives action

Including videos on your website can increase conversion rates by 80%.

FAQ

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How do I convert PDF to video?

  1. Upload your PDF file: In Synthesia's AI video assistant, select your method for creating the video - text prompt, a link, or by uploading your PDF documents.
  2. Refine your prompt: Choose a video template and adjust your prompt, detailing aspects like length, objective, audience, language, speaker, and tone.
  3. Edit your video: Edit the PDF video draft by modifying the script, adding stock or personal footage, background music, voiceovers in 140+ languages, and AI avatars.
  4. Generate and export your video: Click 'Generate' to finalize your video, which will be ready in a few minutes. Export and upload it to social media to share.

How do you convert a document into a video?

Converting a document into a video can be efficiently done using online PDF converters such as Synthesia.

The process begins with uploading the desired document, which can be a DOC, TXT, or PDF (portable document format) file. Synthesia's AI video maker offers several options for creating the video: you can start from a text prompt, use a link, or upload your PDF files directly.

Once the document is uploaded, the next step is video editing. This involves selecting an appropriate video template and adjusting your initial prompt. The customization can be extensive, allowing you to specify details like the video's length, its objective, the target audience, language, speaker, and tone.

Following this, you have the opportunity to edit the video draft. This editing includes altering the script, adding stock footage or personal footage, incorporating background music, selecting from a range of voiceovers available in over 140 languages, and choosing AI avatars.

Finally, by clicking 'Generate', the video creation process begins, and the video will be ready to be exported in a few minutes.

What file formats does Synthesia’s converter tool support?

You can upload PDF, DOC, PPT and TXT files and turn static content into engaging videos.

Can I customize the video after conversion?

Yes. You can fine‑tune virtually every element: the script, visual media (stock or your own), background music, AI voiceover languages, and avatar selection.

How do I download the finished video?

Once generated, you can download your video (in MP4 format), embed it, or stream it via your chosen platforms.

What types of videos can I make from a PDF?

You can create any kind of video from your PDF cotnent, such as explainer videos, tutorials, training videos, or social media content depending on your document’s purpose.