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Script Tips

The article offers tips for improving script quality in HeyGen, including using pauses, punctuation, and pronunciation features.

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Written by Avi Yaffe
Updated over 2 months ago

Creating a great script is key to getting the most out of HeyGenโ€™s AI Studio. To help you craft smooth, engaging scripts, weโ€™ve put together a few tips that focus on improving the flow, accuracy, and overall quality of your content. From using pauses to perfecting pronunciation, these guidelines will ensure your script delivers the best results.


Use the 'Pause' Button for Natural Flow

There are two types of pauses:

  • In-script pause: A pause within the words of the script (currently available only for custom voices, not public library voices).

  • Between-sections pause: A pause between different sections of your script.

To add a pause:

  1. Move your text cursor to the desired location.

  2. Click the "๐Ÿ•“ Add Pause ๐Ÿ•“" button at the bottom left.

  3. Each pause represents a half-second break. You can add multiple pauses for longer breaks.

To create pauses between sections, find the Clock Icon ๐Ÿ•“ under your script.


Incorporate Punctuation Marks

Hyphens (-): Separate syllables for clear pronunciation.

Commas (,): Create shorter breaks.

Periods (.): Introduce longer breaks with downward inflection.


Ensure Correct Spelling and Language Consistency

Spell Correctly: Double-check your script for spelling errors.

Language Consistency: Avoid mixing languages. For instance, do not include Arabic words in an English script.


Use the Pronunciation Feature

If you preview your script and notice some words aren't pronounced correctly, you can double-click them and select "Pronunciation." Here, you can type the desired pronunciation and even use hyphens (-) to emphasize it. This is especially helpful for acronyms, like "AI" (which should be "a-eye") or "AWS" ("a-double you-s").


Write Numbers Out for Easy Reading

You can write out numbers or use phonetic spelling for clarity. For example:

  • "2012" becomes "twenty twelve."

  • "3/8" becomes "three eighths of an inch."

  • "01:18" becomes "one minute and eighteen seconds."

  • "10-19-2016" becomes "October nineteenth, two thousand sixteen."

  • "150th CT NE, Redmond, WA" becomes "150th Court Northeast, Redmond, Washington."


For a more detailed walkthrough of our Scripts feature, please see our article on How to Use Scripts in AI Studio. Happy scripting!

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