References and Connections

Use connected text, image, and video nodes as generation references.

What references are

References are existing nodes that help guide the next generation.

A connected Text node can provide direction. A connected Image node can provide a subject, style, first frame, or visual reference. A connected Video node can provide motion or source material when the current tool supports it.

Use the right reference

Use references when:

  • the character should stay similar
  • a product must remain recognizable
  • a video should start from a specific image
  • a script row should create a matching storyboard image

Do not connect every available node. Too many references can confuse the output.

Check reference limits

Some models can only use a limited number of image or video references.

If ViraFlow shows a reference limit message, remove extra references or use a model that supports the current setup.

Next step

Before running a large generation, check Generation Costs.