Where to Use Kling Motion API: Top Use Cases for AI Motion Transfer

What Is Kling Motion API?

Kling V2.6 Pro Motion Control API enables you to transfer motion from a reference video onto a target image, creating dynamic animated content. Feed in a still image of any subject and a motion reference video, and the API generates a new video where your subject performs the movements from the reference. It supports customizable framing, optional audio preservation, and videos up to 30 seconds long.

Where to Use Kling Motion API

1. Dance and Entertainment Videos

Dance content dominates social media. Kling Motion API lets you apply trending dance choreography to any character, avatar, or illustration — making it easy to create viral dance videos without filming a single take.

Example use case: A social media app feature where users upload a selfie and select from trending dance moves, instantly generating a video of themselves performing the choreography.

const response = await fetch('https://api.hypereal.com/v1/videos/generate', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    model: 'kling-2-6-motion-control',
    image: 'https://example.com/character.jpg',
    video: 'https://example.com/dance-reference.mp4',
    character_orientation: 'image',
    prompt: 'Smooth, natural dance movement with energy',
    negative_prompt: 'blurry, distorted, artifacts',
    keep_original_sound: true
  })
});

2. Product Animation

Static product images are everywhere — animated products stand out. Kling Motion API can apply motion to product photos, making them spin, unfold, or move in ways that showcase features and build desire.

Example use case: A fashion brand that animates flat-lay clothing images by applying a walking motion reference, showing how garments move and flow on a body.

3. Character Animation for Games and Apps

Game developers and app designers can bring illustrated characters to life without rigging or manual animation. Apply motion capture data or reference videos to 2D character art to create animated sequences.

Example use case: A mobile game studio that generates character animations from concept art by applying motion references, accelerating the prototyping phase before committing to full 3D animation.

import requests

response = requests.post(
    'https://api.hypereal.com/v1/videos/generate',
    headers={
        'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
        'Content-Type': 'application/json'
    },
    json={
        'model': 'kling-2-6-motion-control',
        'image': 'https://example.com/game-character.png',
        'video': 'https://example.com/attack-animation.mp4',
        'character_orientation': 'image',
        'prompt': 'Dynamic attack animation, sharp movements',
        'negative_prompt': 'blurry, static, frozen'
    }
)

4. Virtual Try-On and Fashion Tech

Fashion e-commerce can use Kling Motion API to show how clothing moves on different body types. Apply a walking or posing motion reference to model images wearing different outfits.

Example use case: An online clothing store that generates catwalk-style videos for each product by applying a walking motion to product photos, showing fabric movement and fit.

Content creators can produce unique animated content by combining their photos with creative motion references — from cinematic camera movements to expressive gestures.

Example use case: A content creation tool that offers a library of motion templates (wave, nod, laugh, dance) that users can apply to their selfies to generate animated reactions and stories.

6. Digital Avatars and Virtual Influencers

Virtual influencer agencies can animate their digital characters with realistic motion from reference performers, creating engaging content without 3D rendering pipelines.

Example use case: A virtual influencer management platform that generates daily social content by applying different motion performances to the virtual character's base image.

7. Education and Presentations

Educators can bring historical figures, scientific diagrams, or illustrated characters to life by applying speaking or gesturing motion references.

Example use case: A history education app that animates portraits of historical figures using motion reference videos of actors, creating engaging "talking portrait" experiences.

8. Meme and GIF Generation

The internet runs on memes. Kling Motion API enables rapid meme creation by applying funny or expressive motions to any image, from pet photos to famous paintings.

Kling Motion API Pricing

Duration	Price (USD)	Credits
5 seconds	$0.56	~96
10 seconds	$1.12	~192
15 seconds	$1.68	~288
30 seconds	$3.36	~576

Key Parameters

Parameter	Type	Description
`image`	string	Target image URL (jpg/png, max 10MB, min 300px)
`video`	string	Motion reference video URL (mp4/mov, max 10MB)
`character_orientation`	string	Output framing: `image` or `video`
`prompt`	string	Optional positive prompt to guide generation
`negative_prompt`	string	Elements to avoid (max 2500 chars)
`keep_original_sound`	boolean	Preserve reference video audio (default: true)

How to Get Started

Step 1: Create a Hypereal Account

Step 2: Get Your API Key

Generate your API key from the dashboard.

Step 3: Prepare Your Assets

You need two inputs:

Target image: The subject you want to animate (jpg or png, max 10MB)
Motion reference video: The movement you want to transfer (mp4 or mov, max 10MB)

Step 4: Make Your First Call

const response = await fetch('https://api.hypereal.com/v1/videos/generate', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    model: 'kling-2-6-motion-control',
    image: 'https://example.com/subject.jpg',
    video: 'https://example.com/motion-reference.mp4',
    character_orientation: 'image',
    prompt: 'Smooth natural movement, high quality',
    negative_prompt: 'blurry, distorted, artifacts'
  })
});

const result = await response.json();
console.log(result);

Best Practices

Match aspect ratios — Use similar aspect ratios for your image and reference video for best results.
Use high-quality inputs — Higher quality source materials produce better output.
Clear subject visibility — Ensure the subject in your target image is clearly visible and unobstructed.
Choose appropriate motion — Select reference videos with movements that make sense for your target subject.
Use character_orientation wisely — Set to image to maintain your subject's composition, or video to follow the reference video's framing.

FAQ

What file formats are supported?

Images: JPG, PNG (max 10MB). Videos: MP4, MOV (max 10MB). Minimum resolution is 300px on any side.

Can I keep the audio from the reference video?

Yes, set keep_original_sound: true to preserve the audio track from your motion reference video.

What is character_orientation?

This parameter controls whether the output video frames the subject based on the target image composition (image) or follows the reference video's framing (video).

How long can the output video be?

Output duration matches the reference video length, with options of 5, 10, 15, or 30 seconds.

Can I animate non-human subjects?

Yes, Kling Motion API works with any subject — characters, animals, products, illustrations, and more.

Why Use Hypereal for Kling Motion API?

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What Is Kling Motion API?