Explainer Video
Create narrated explainer videos with AI-generated visuals from any topic or URL.
Create explainer videos that combine a narrator's voiceover with AI-generated visuals. Ideal for product introductions, concept explanations, and tutorials.
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Trigger
Invoke this skill with /explainer, or use any of these phrases:
| Phrase | Language |
|---|---|
explainer video | English |
explain this as a video | English |
tutorial video | English |
解说视频 | Chinese |
解释一下 XXX（视频形式） | Chinese |
Requires ListenHub Skills to be installed — see Getting Started.
Quick Example
Make an explainer video introducing Claude CodeThe AI writes the script, selects a voice, generates visuals for each section, and produces a video you can watch and share.
Styles
Factual, structured presentation. Clear progression: intro, key points, summary.
Best for product introductions, feature walkthroughs, and educational content.
Narrative storytelling approach. Engaging flow: hook, build-up, climax, resolution.
Best for brand stories, case studies, and emotional topics.
| Intent | Recommended style |
|---|---|
| "Introduce this product" | Info |
| "Explain how X works" | Info |
| "Tell the story of X" | Story |
| "Make an engaging video" | Story |
| No preference stated | Info (default) |
Parameters
| Parameter | Options | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Style | info, story | info |
| Language | zh (Chinese), en (English) | Auto-detected |
| Speaker | 1 voice (selected from available voices) | First available |
| Output | Text script only, or Text + Video | Text + Video |
Output Options
Text + Video (Default)
Generates the narration script, then produces a full video with AI-generated visuals matching each section.
Text Script Only
Generates just the narration script without video. Useful for reviewing content before committing to video generation.
Generation Time
| Output | Estimated time |
|---|---|
| Text script only | 2-3 minutes |
| Text + Video | 3-5 minutes |
Output
After generation completes:
- Watch link — view the video on ListenHub
- Download — the AI provides a download link for the video file
- Script — the full narration script is available in the episode detail
Tips
- Shorter scripts produce faster-paced videos
- Detailed descriptions in your prompt produce richer visuals
- One concept per section works best for clarity
- You can request "text only" first to review the script, then generate video
API Reference
See the Explainer Video API endpoints for technical details.