30-degree rule

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In plain words

When joining shots of the same subject, change the angle and size enough to prevent an accidental jump cut.

When to use it

Showing the same character in two shots in a row.

Example videos

The 30 degree rule, but visualized! — Explainer: See in diagrams why you need to change the angle by more than 30 degrees to avoid a jarring cut.

What is a Jump Cut & When to Use It — 5 Essential Jump Cut Editing Techniques Explained — Explainer: See practice at hiding accidental jump cuts with the 30-degree rule.

Prevent Jarring Edits using the 30° Degree Rule — Explainer: Compare a cut that jars because the angle didn't change enough with the fixed version.

In AI video, like this

For two consecutive shots, make start frames that change the shot size by at least one step or the angle by at least 30 degrees. If a similar composition shows up twice, put an insert or a reaction between them.

One-click prompt

Two-shot sequence: Shot 1, wide shot straight on, a chef plates a dish at a steel counter, 2 seconds; hard cut to Shot 2, medium close-up from a camera angle at least 45 degrees to the left of the first one, the same chef spooning sauce onto the plate, 2 seconds. Same kitchen light, clearly different angle and size.

See it in real films and ads

PuboH — The 30 degree rule, but visualized!

AI-made examples

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