Document to Video Converter
any document, one narrated video
PDF, Word, Markdown or plain text in. A narrated, animated explainer video out. The AI reads the document, writes the script, and builds every slide.
Upload a document (PDF, Word, Markdown, TXT)
Click or drag it here. Nothing is uploaded until you generate.
- •Text-based PDF, Word, Markdown or TXT, up to 50 MB.
- •Headings help: each section becomes a scene.
- •Scanned pages work, but clean text gives better narration.
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To turn a document into a video, upload it to DistilBook as a PDF, Word file, Markdown or plain text. It reads the text, writes a slide-by-slide narration script and pauses so you can edit every line, then draws an illustrated scene for each idea and voices it, with no manual editing. You set the length; the first narrated slide plays about 4 to 6 minutes after you approve the script, and a 10 slide video finishes in about 15 to 25 minutes.
You start free: signing up gives you 10 credits with no credit card, a slide costs 10 credits, so the first slide of your video generates free and you can watch it in full; the rest unlocks on a paid plan. DistilBook accepts PDF, Word, images, plain text, a web article link, or a written prompt, and you approve the AI narration script before anything renders. Paid plans start at $20 per month for 230 credits, roughly 23 slides, which removes the watermark and unlocks MP4 export at up to 1440p. Narration is available in 20 languages, and the document to video converter output can carry your own logo and brand colors. Whiteboard and motion videos can be made in 16:9 landscape or in 9:16 vertical for Shorts, Reels and TikTok. Since April 2026, more than 1,400 people have made over 2,800 videos with DistilBook, most of them from PDFs.
Last updated : timings, limits and prices on this page were checked against the live product.
Is this a slideshow of my document's pages?
No. Document to video tools come in three types: slideshow tools put your pages on screen and read them out, presenter tools put an AI avatar in front of the text, and explainer tools read the document and draw new scenes that explain it. DistilBook is the third type. None of your pages is shown as-is, and nothing is drawn or voiced until you approve the script.
What do the videos look like?
Untouched DistilBook output. Press play on any of them.
How does it work?
Upload the document
PDF, DOCX, Markdown and TXT are accepted directly. Google Docs and Notion pages work through their public link. Scanned PDFs are read with OCR.
Approve the script
The AI writes one short narration per slide and pauses for your review. Edit any line, cut a slide, or ask for a rewrite before a single second of audio is generated.
Generate and watch
Each slide gets custom artwork in the style you picked, an AI voice in one of 20 languages, and synced animations. Slides play as they finish.
Download or share
Export an MP4 at 720p, 1080p or 1440p, or publish a share link with subtitles generated from the narration.
What do you get in every video?
| Video styles | 19 styles: hand-drawn whiteboard plus motion graphics |
|---|---|
| Narration | AI voices in 20 languages, reviewed and editable before generation |
| First result | First narrated slide plays in about 6 minutes |
| Branding | Your logo, colors, and company text on every slide |
| Editing | Edit narration, slide images, titles, and reveals before rendering |
| Export | MP4 at 720p, 1080p, or 1440p, plus a shareable web link |
| Inputs | PDF, Word, images, plain text, web articles, or a written prompt |
What does it cost?
The first slide generates free with 10 signup credits. Paid plans are priced per slide, so a video costs a predictable amount.
| Plan | Price | Credits | What that makes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 30 credits for 7 days | First 3 slides generated | Card checked, nothing charged |
| Basic | $20 / month | 230 credits / month | About 23 slides, 45 minutes of video | MP4 download, no watermark |
| Pro | $50 / month | 650 credits / month | About 65 slides | 1080p export, longer videos |
| Max | $100 / month | 1,340 credits / month | About 134 slides | 1440p export, priority queue |
One slide costs 10 credits. Yearly plans are 30% cheaper. Full details on the pricing page.
Who is this for?
Operations and enablement teams
Process documents, playbooks and runbooks become videos people finish. One document, one video, no video editor on the team.
Product marketers
Turn a PRD or a feature spec into a launch explainer while the feature is still fresh, instead of waiting for an agency slot.
Students and self-learners
Convert reading assignments into narrated lessons and listen to them on the way to class.
Frequently asked questions
Which document formats can I convert to video?
PDF, Word (DOCX), Markdown and plain text upload directly. Public Google Docs, Notion pages and web articles convert through their URL. PowerPoint decks convert after a one-click export to PDF.
How long does a document to video conversion take?
The first narrated slide appears about 4 to 6 minutes after you approve the script. A typical 10 slide explainer finishes in about 23 minutes in the motion style and about 16 minutes in the whiteboard style.
Does the video read the whole document word for word?
No. The AI summarises the document into the number of slides you set and writes a spoken narration for each, so a 30 page document becomes a 3 to 4 minute video rather than a 30 minute recital. If you want your exact wording spoken, paste it as the brief and turn on verbatim narration.
Can I keep my company's branding?
Yes. Add your logo, pick a brand colour pair, and choose from 19 visual styles. The same document produces a video that matches your existing training or marketing material.
Is the document to video converter free?
Signup grants 10 free credits, which covers the first slide of a narrated video, and no credit card is needed; the rest unlocks on a paid plan. Paid plans start at $20 per month for 230 credits, about 23 slides, with MP4 download and no watermark.
How do I turn a Google Doc into a video?
In Google Docs choose File, then Download, then Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF Document, and upload that file. Clear headings in the doc help the AI split the script into slides, and you can still change any slide's narration before generating.
Can I convert a Markdown or plain text file to video?
Yes. Upload the .md or .txt file directly; there is no need to convert it to PDF first. Headings become natural slide breaks, and because you review the narration before anything is generated, you can fix anything that reads awkwardly when spoken.
How long a document can I convert?
Text length is not the limit; the plan sets how much goes into one video. A PDF can have up to 10 pages or images per video on Basic ($20 a month), 30 on Pro ($50) and unlimited on Max ($100). Motion videos run up to 8 slides on Basic, 12 on Pro and 20 on Max. For a long manual or book, choose the pages you need and make one video per chapter or section.
Can I edit the video after it is generated?
Yes. You can redraw any slide's artwork (5 credits a slide) and use the editor for text, overlays and timing. The narration locks once generation starts, so fix wording at the script step, which comes before anything is drawn or voiced.
What is the best AI tool to turn documents into videos?
It depends on what you want on screen. For a narrated explainer with new illustrations and a script you approve first, DistilBook. For an AI avatar presenting your document, HeyGen or Synthesia. For a free narrated overview to study from, Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM). Our comparison of PDF to video converters, linked below, lists prices and limits for each.
Guides and comparisons
How does DistilBook compare?
Deciding between tools? These honest comparisons cover pricing, visual styles, and who should pick which.
Common questions are answered on the answers page, and step by step guides live in the docs.
Or read the full roundup: the best AI tools to turn documents into training videos in 2026.
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