In Spain, when it arrives the Mother's DayGoogle wants you to give your mother the best gift and has prepared a tool for you to create, for free, a video with music and images that will solve last minute gifts and it won't take you long.
You can create the video using the photos you have stored in Google Photos, which offers cloud backups and access from any device. The video for mothers will use the face recognition So that it's perfect and you do your job as a good son. Before starting, the tool itself warns you that you must have facial recognition enabled. It's an app that can be used to congratulate a mother both on her day and on the birth of a new baby thanks to that facial recognition.
Once that option is ready, you will have to enter the link and a very simple and straightforward wizard will allow you to start with your video creation on Google Photos. Google Photos will select some images from your gallery, show you their faces and you will have to tell him who your mother is so you can choose all the photos in which she appears. Once you have told Google who your mother is, you will have to tell him who the children are, repeating the same procedure and selecting you and your siblings or just you, what you need.
Once you have chosen all the protagonists You'll just need to confirm the video, and Google Photos will create it for you in just a few minutes. You can save it to your gallery or download it to any other device: your computer, tablet, or mobile phone. Then you can share it wherever you want and watch it with your whole family. It's a short video (between 30 and 60 seconds) which includes photographs, music and a final message wishing a happy day.
A video that is made In a simple way And it will only take you a few minutes, without you having to edit, assemble, choose photos, or frame everything. Plus, you can make as many videos as you want. If you want to make more videos, you can choose the protagonists you want It doesn't have to be your mother, because when the tool lets you choose who your mother is, it doesn't distinguish gender and we can select whoever we want.
Prerequisites and activation of facial recognition
For the system to work, make sure it's active in Google Photos. “Group similar faces”This option allows you to identify your mother and other relatives. It may not be available in some countries. privacy reasonsIf you don't see it, make sure you have the app updated and are logged in with your main account. The more clear photos you have of your mother, better results you'll get.
How to create your video in Google Photos (mobile and web)
In addition to the special link of Mother's DayYou can create your video from the app or the website. In the mobile app, go to the section Assistant or in the creation area and tap on Movie o Video of memories According to your version. On the web, go to photos.google.com, click on Create and choose Video of memoriesSelect the theme Mother's Day Or manually tell your mother and any other family members you want to include; the system will compile the movie and leave it in the Assistant section for you to review. save or share.
In many cases, Google Photos pre-selects the best photos and videos based on sharpness, faces, and highlights. If your version allows it, you can adjust the details. change the musicreorder clips, or remove some Before saving. If the advanced editing option doesn't appear, you can first create the memory video and then edit it from its tab to adjust the length and pace.
Themes and alternatives you can choose from
Google Photos offers several predefined themes which change over time. In addition to the one dedicated to Mother's DayOptions such as Father's Day, Valentine's Day!, How quickly they grow (for little ones), Selfie film, We will never forget you (tribute), and films of Pets (cats and dogs with fun soundtracks). These themes guide the selection and the chronological order so that the result feels natural and emotional.
Edit, download and share without complications
When your video is ready you will see a notification in the AssistantFrom there you can: save the project in your library, Download the file to send by email or WhatsApp, or share directly via a Google Photos link. If you want minor adjustments, go to Edit To change the music, rearrange clips by dragging them, or delete those that don't fit. If you delete photos from your library later, keep in mind that the video may lose content associated.
Share with a tap on the button Share and send it via Google Photos, social media, or messaging. It's a quick and easy way to send Mother's Day gifts, and you can repeat the process to create more. alternate versions with other photos or music.
Are you not seeing the face grouping option? Common solutions
If the facial recognition option doesn't appear, try this: update the app, clear the cache and data of Google Photos (this will re-authenticate your account), and check the settings section to enable it. Group similar facesIn regions where the feature is not available, some users employ a VPN to activate it and then return to your usual connection; remember to always check the Privacy Policy of your area before applying changes.
Beyond video: other automated creations
Google Photos integrates other options to bring your memories to life: Animations (Short GIFs made from several photos), cinematic photos (3D effect), Collages with customizable templates and videos of memories Themed with music. In the web version, the videos of memories They have replaced the old “movies”, and now you can start a project by choosing people, places or periods from the search, with smart suggestions to inspire you.
With this Google tool, creating a heartwarming congratulatory video is easier than ever: in just a few steps, using your cloud library and just the right editing options to personalize the essentialsYou'll have a thoughtful gift ready that touches hearts and is instantly shared.