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Google Vids is a free AI-powered video creation tool built directly into Google Workspace, and creator Paul Lipsky offers one of the most thorough walkthroughs available of its current feature set. Accessible via the shortcut vids.new, the tool bundles Veo 3.1 video generation, AI avatars, voice-over narration, and a Slides-to-video converter into a single workspace — no separate signup required for existing Google Workspace users.
The standout capability for free-tier users is Veo 3.1 video generation, which allows up to 10 AI video clips per month — a limit that’s notable because even Google Gemini’s free plan cannot generate videos directly. Lipsky demonstrates the full workflow: generating scenes from text prompts, animating still images to maintain visual continuity across clips, adding transitions, and layering AI voice-over using selectable voices. He also shows how the Slides-to-video converter automatically writes a script, records narration, and adds background music from any Google Slides deck.
Paid Pro and Ultra subscribers unlock additional features including AI avatar generation with synchronized lip movement and “Ingredients” — a feature that composites product images into avatar videos for product demos or ads. For content creators, marketers, and educators looking to produce polished video without editing software, Google Vids represents a surprisingly capable free entry point that has largely flown under the radar compared to standalone tools like Runway or HeyGen.
📺 Source: Paul J Lipsky · Published April 05, 2026
🏷️ Format: Tutorial Demo
