Last updated on
Jun 11, 2026
Learn which video variations qualify as distinct submissions and how to curate clips that improve quality and discoverability in Adobe Stock.
Video offers a wide range of creative possibilities, from varied angles and compositions to pacing and storytelling approaches. Submissions should highlight this variety by presenting clips that feel clearly distinct from one another.
Note
Selecting differentiated content helps maintain quality and improves discoverability, while overly similar clips may be refused.
Tips for distinct video submission
Refer to the following tips to ensure each clip is clearly distinct, improving quality and discoverability.
- Select frames that show meaningful differences: Choose clips that demonstrate varied camera movements, angles, or narrative rather than repeating similar visuals.
- Curate sequences carefully: Avoid submitting entire sequences where little or no change occurs between frames. Focus on the most distinct and impactful segments.
- Highlight different subject actions: Variation in subject movement, expression, or interaction adds visual interest and creates more engaging content.
- Use a range of focal lengths: Include a mix of close-ups, medium shots, and wide shots to introduce clear visual differences and broaden usability.
- Use varied camera motion: Incorporate different types of movement, such as pans in different directions, zoom in or out, or use tracking shots to create distinct clips.
Variations to avoid
The following don't qualify as distinct submissions:
- Identical or nearly identical frames.
- Similar camera movements or onscreen activity with minimal change.
- Applying different post-processing effects to the same clip.
- Adding filters without altering the underlying content.
