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What is the Toc Toc doorway dance trend and how do you make one?

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Short answer

The Toc Toc doorway dance trend shows people stepping through a front door one at a time, each repeating the same short dance while the camera stays on the entryway. In Rift, add photos of the people, tell Spark, Rift's video agent, the door and the dance, check the Draft and tap Make for a video of up to 15 seconds.

Add photos of the people and tell Spark the door and the dance. Rift makes the doorway routine as one shot, or Spark can copy the steps from a clip you share.

How the format works

Why it works

The fixed camera makes every entrance easy to compare, and the repeats are satisfying to watch. It is also a good fit for groups: each person gets their own moment, which makes people want to send it on.

Make your own in Rift

  1. Open Rift and add a clear photo of each person who comes through the door.
  2. Share a dance video you like, or describe a short move.
  3. Tell Spark: “Three friends come through a front door one by one and each does the same short dance. Camera stays still on the doorway.”
  4. Check the Draft and tap Make.
  5. Find the video in your Library and post it.

Rift makes one shot of up to 15 seconds. Titles, text and sound are not in the app yet, so add them in your posting app. For a related idea, see make a group dance video from one photo.

Ideas for a new take

Keep it fun

Ask before you use a friend’s photo, and keep it clear the video is made for fun.

Questions people ask

Can I choose the door?

Yes. Tell Spark the door and the place in your line.

Do I need a dance video to copy?

It helps. Share the dance video to Rift, or describe a short, simple move to Spark.

Can friends and family be in it?

Yes, with their OK. Add a clear photo of each person.

Can a pet come through the door?

Yes. Add a photo of the pet and say when it arrives.