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How to create a high quality Personal Avatar

Learn how to record high-quality footage for your personal avatar in Synthesia. Follow these best practices to avoid common issues and ensure your avatar looks and sounds its best

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Written by Jess Diaz-Gomes
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What to Wear and How to Prepare

  • Keep your mouth visible: Avoid face masks or anything that covers your mouth.

  • No distractions near your face: Steer clear of patterned clothing or accessories around your neck or jaw—these can distort the avatar.

  • Plain clothes work best: Solid colors are ideal, especially around the face and neck.

  • Glasses? Watch for glare: If you wear glasses, try to position your lighting to avoid reflections during recording.


Tips for a Smooth Recording

  • Hands off the face: Keep your hands away from your mouth while recording.

  • Keep your background simple: Avoid busy visuals, especially near your head and shoulders. No people, posters, or portraits in view.

  • Lighting is key: A clear, well-lit face helps our system capture your features accurately.

  • Avoid overacting: Exaggerated facial expressions can cause distortions—just speak naturally.

  • Both eyes visible: Even if recording at a slight angle, make sure both eyes can be seen.


If You’re Uploading Footage…

  • Record in one take: Upload a single, continuous video. Please don’t stitch together multiple clips.

  • Mind your framing: Your face should be comfortably framed—not too close to the camera.

  • Only your voice: Make sure no other voices are present in the recording.


Voice Capture Tips

  • Speak clearly and naturally: This ensures we capture your voice correctly, whether you're using it now or saving it for future features.


💬 FAQs

Can I film my Personal Avatar from an angle?

Yes, you can film your personal avatar from different angles. While it is recommended, you do not need to film with a front facing camera angle.

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