Method for generating media content, and apparatus, device and storage medium

Abstract

On the basis of the embodiments of the present disclosure, provided are a method for generating media content, and an apparatus, a device and a storage medium. The method comprises: acquiring a creation request of a first user, wherein the creation request indicates the selection of a second user; and in response to acquiring an authorization associated with the second user, providing target media content to the first user, wherein the target media content is generated on the basis of creation information associated with the creation request and on the basis of first image data of a first virtual object, and the first virtual object corresponds to the second user. By means of the embodiments of the present disclosure, when a second user authorizes a creation request from a first user, media content which comprises a virtual object of the second user can be generated on the basis of the creation request of the first user, thereby effectively improving the generation efficiency and generation quality of the media content.

Description

Methods, apparatus, devices and storage media for generating media content Technical Field

[0001] The exemplary embodiments disclosed herein relate generally to the field of computers, and more particularly to methods, apparatus, devices, and computer-readable storage media for generating media content. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of smart technology, various forms of electronic devices are greatly enriching people's daily lives. For example, users can interact with target users through electronic devices. How to improve interaction efficiency and user experience is a key concern.

[0003] Summary of the Invention

[0004] In a first aspect of this disclosure, a method for generating media content is provided. The method includes: obtaining a creation request from a first user, the creation request indicating the selection of a second user; and, in response to obtaining authorization associated with the second user, providing target media content to the first user, the target media content being generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

[0005] In a second aspect of this disclosure, an apparatus for interaction is provided. The apparatus includes: a creation request acquisition module configured to acquire a creation request from a first user, the creation request indicating a selection of a second user; and a media content delivery module configured to, in response to acquiring authorization associated with the second user, provide target media content to the first user, the target media content being generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

[0006] In a third aspect of this disclosure, an electronic device is provided. The device includes at least one processing unit; and at least one memory coupled to the at least one processing unit and storing instructions for execution by the at least one processing unit. When executed by the at least one processing unit, the instructions cause the device to perform the method of the first aspect.

[0007] In a fourth aspect of this disclosure, a computer-readable storage medium is provided. The computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program that can be executed by a processor to implement the method of the first aspect.

[0008] It should be understood that the content described in this content section is not intended to limit the key or essential features of the embodiments of this disclosure, nor is it intended to restrict the scope of this disclosure. Other features of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0009] The above and other features, advantages, and aspects of the embodiments of this disclosure will become more apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements, wherein:

[0010] Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of an example environment in which embodiments of the present disclosure can be implemented;

[0011] Figures 2A to 2J illustrate schematic diagrams of example interfaces for generating media content according to some embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0012] Figure 3 shows a flowchart of a process for generating media content according to some embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0013] Figure 4 shows a schematic structural block diagram of an apparatus for generating media content according to certain embodiments of the present disclosure; and

[0014] Figure 5 shows a block diagram of an electronic device capable of implementing several embodiments of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0015] Embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While some embodiments of this disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of this disclosure. It should be understood that the accompanying drawings and embodiments of this disclosure are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0016] It should be noted that the headings of any section / subsection provided herein are not limiting. Various embodiments are described throughout this document, and embodiments of any type may be included under any section / subsection. Furthermore, embodiments described in any section / subsection may be combined in any way with any other embodiments described in the same section / subsection and / or different sections / subsections.

[0017] In the description of embodiments of this disclosure, the term "comprising" and similar terms should be understood as open-ended inclusion, i.e., "including but not limited to". The term "based on" should be understood as "at least partially based on". The term "one embodiment" or "the embodiment" should be understood as "at least one embodiment". The term "some embodiments" should be understood as "at least some embodiments". Other explicit and implicit definitions may also be included below. The terms "first", "second", etc., may refer to different or the same objects. Other explicit and implicit definitions may also be included below.

[0018] The embodiments of this disclosure may involve user data, data acquisition, and / or use. All of these aspects comply with applicable laws, regulations, and relevant provisions. In the embodiments of this disclosure, all data collection, acquisition, processing, manipulation, forwarding, and use are conducted with the user's knowledge and confirmation. Accordingly, in implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, the type, scope of use, and usage scenarios of any data or information that may be involved should be communicated to the user and their authorization obtained in accordance with relevant laws and regulations through appropriate means. The specific methods of notification and / or authorization may vary depending on the actual situation and application scenario, and the scope of this disclosure is not limited in this respect.

[0019] In this specification and the embodiments, any processing of personal information will be carried out only under the premise of legality (such as obtaining the consent of the personal information subject, or being necessary for the performance of a contract), and will only be carried out within the scope stipulated or agreed upon. A user's refusal to process personal information beyond what is necessary for basic functions will not affect the user's use of basic functions.

[0020] As briefly described above, users can interact with target users using electronic devices. Conventionally, products that generate media content (e.g., photos) based on a user's virtual avatar can only create media content featuring the user's virtual image, or create virtual avatars for a small group of close friends by switching between multiple virtual avatars. However, this approach has significant limitations; it's difficult for users to collect information from other users to create multiple virtual avatars.

[0021] Embodiments of this disclosure propose a scheme for generating media content. According to this scheme, a creation request from a first user is obtained, indicating the selection of a second user. Accordingly, if an authorization associated with the second user is received, target media content is provided to the first user. The target media content is generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

[0022] In embodiments of this disclosure, when a second user authorizes a creation request from a first user, media content including virtual objects of the second user can be generated based on the first user's creation request.

[0023] Therefore, the embodiments of this disclosure can effectively improve the efficiency and quality of media content generation.

[0024] Example Environment

[0025] Figure 1 illustrates a schematic diagram of an example environment 100 in which embodiments of the present disclosure can be implemented. As shown in Figure 1, the example environment 100 may include an electronic device 110.

[0026] In this example environment 100, electronic device 110 may run an application 120 that supports user interface interaction. Application 120 may be any suitable type of application for user interface interaction, and examples may include, but are not limited to, video applications, social applications, or other suitable applications. User 140 may interact with application 120 via electronic device 110 and / or its attached devices.

[0027] In environment 100 of Figure 1, if application 120 is active, electronic device 110 can use application 120 to present interface 150 for supporting interface interaction.

[0028] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 communicates with server 130 to provide services to application 120. Electronic device 110 can be any type of mobile terminal, fixed terminal, or portable terminal, including mobile phones, desktop computers, laptop computers, notebook computers, netbook computers, tablet computers, media computers, multimedia tablets, handheld computers, portable gaming terminals, VR / AR devices, personal communication system (PCS) devices, personal navigation devices, personal digital assistants (PDAs), audio / video players, digital cameras / camcorders, positioning devices, television receivers, radio receivers, e-book devices, gaming devices, or any combination thereof, including accessories and peripherals of these devices or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, electronic device 110 can also support any type of user-facing interface (such as "wearable" circuitry).

[0029] Server 130 can be a standalone physical server, a server cluster or distributed system composed of multiple physical servers, or a cloud server providing basic cloud computing services such as cloud services, cloud databases, cloud computing, cloud functions, cloud storage, network services, cloud communication, middleware services, domain name services, security services, content delivery networks, and big data and artificial intelligence platforms. Server 130 may include, for example, computing systems / servers such as mainframes, edge computing nodes, computing devices in a cloud environment, etc. Server 130 can provide backend services for applications 120 that support virtual scenarios in electronic devices 110.

[0030] A communication connection can be established between server 130 and electronic device 110. This communication connection can be established via wired or wireless means. The communication connection may include, but is not limited to, Bluetooth, mobile network, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) connections; the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited in this respect. In the embodiments of this disclosure, server 130 and electronic device 110 can achieve signaling interaction through the communication connection between them.

[0031] It should be understood that the structure and function of the various elements in environment 100 are described for illustrative purposes only and do not imply any limitation on the scope of this disclosure.

[0032] The following description will continue with reference to the accompanying drawings, which will provide some exemplary embodiments of this disclosure.

[0033] Example Interaction

[0034] The following description of an example interaction process according to an embodiment of the present disclosure will be made with reference to Figures 2A to 2J. Figures 2A to 2J illustrate example interfaces 200A to 200J according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, which may be provided, for example, by the electronic device 110 shown in Figure 1.

[0035] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 acquires a creation request from a first user indicating a selection of a second user. In some examples, user 140 may assist the second user in generating media content using the second user's virtual object. That is, user 140 sends a creation request to assist the second user in creating media content that includes the second user's virtual object.

[0036] In some examples, virtual objects can be created based on user-configured actions. In some embodiments, virtual objects can be generated based on image data and descriptive text input by the user. Virtual objects can include a visual representation of the virtual object and its capabilities (e.g., conversational abilities, data processing capabilities, etc.). In some scenarios, such virtual objects may also be referred to as digital avatars or virtual clones. Acquiring the image data of a virtual object can include: the electronic device 110 acquiring at least one image based on user-configured actions. The image data of the virtual object is determined based on the acquired at least one image. As an example, configuration actions can include selecting an image from a photo album or taking an image using a camera component. As an example, the at least one image can be an image from a photo album or an image taken using a camera component. As an example, the visual representation of a virtual object can be generated based on image data and descriptive text input by the user.

[0037] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 may acquire a creation request from user 140 in the following manner: Electronic device 110 presents a viewing interface for reference media content. In some examples, electronic device 110 may present the viewing interface for reference media content on user 140's terminal device. Accordingly, electronic device 110 receives a selection for a second user via a selection control in the viewing interface. In some embodiments, the selection control displays a group of users associated with the first user. Then, electronic device 110 acquires the creation request based on the selection for the second user.

[0038] As shown in the example interface 200A of Figure 2A, when user 140 encounters reference media content generated by a virtual avatar on the homepage corresponding to application 120, electronic device 110 displays the viewing interface 200A of the reference media content if it detects that user 140 clicks on the reference media content. In some embodiments, electronic device 110 displays selection controls for selecting one or more users in the viewing interface 200A of the reference media content. If electronic device 110 detects that user 140 clicks on user 210's selection control and clicks the "Create Avatar to Do the Same Style" control 211, it obtains user 140's creation request.

[0039] In some embodiments, the creation information associated with the creation request includes creation parameters associated with the reference media content. For example, creation parameters may include prompts for generating virtual objects. As shown in the example interfaces 200A to 200B of Figures 2A to 2B, the electronic device 110 can present editing controls 212 for editing prompts in the viewing interface 200A of the reference media content.

[0040] The prompts 213 presented in the viewing interface 200A indicate to the user 140 the prompts provided to the machine learning model used to generate the virtual object. If the electronic device 110 receives a click on the edit control 212 by the user 140, it presents the editing interface 200B. The user 140 can input prompts for generating the virtual object based on the input area 221 in the editing interface 200B. The user 140 can select one or more target prompts for generating the virtual object from a plurality of recommended prompts 223 presented in the editing interface 200B.

[0041] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 detects that a first user has obtained authorization associated with a second user, it provides target media content to the first user. In some examples, if the electronic device 110 detects that a second user has authorized a creation request, it provides target media content to the first user. In some embodiments, the electronic device 110 generates target media content based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object of the second user.

[0042] In some examples, if user 210 authorizes its corresponding virtual object to user 140, electronic device 110 can use a machine learning model to generate the virtual object of user 210 based on the information provided by user 210. Then, electronic device 110 generates target media content based on the creation information associated with the creation request and the image data of user 210's virtual object.

[0043] As shown in the example interfaces 200A and 200F (Figures 2A and 2F), if user 210 has already authorized user 140 with their corresponding virtual object, then after user 140 clicks the "Create a clone to create the same style" control 211, media content 261 can be displayed in interface 200F for user 140 and / or user 210 to interact based on the media content 261. The media content 261 could be, for example, a photograph created using the virtual object corresponding to user 210.

[0044] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 may provide user 140 with media content generated based on creation information associated with a creation request and image data of user 210's virtual object. This media content can be any suitable type of content, such as video, images, etc., which will not be elaborated upon here.

[0045] In some embodiments, the target media content may be generated based on a target model, creation information associated with the creation request, and image data of the user 210's virtual object. The target model may be any suitable deep learning network, deep learning model, etc., used to generate the target media content.

[0046] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 detects a creation request from a first user, it triggers the sending of a target message associated with the creation request to a second user. In some embodiments, the target message may indicate a prompt word associated with the creation request. The target message may also indicate reference media content associated with the creation request.

[0047] As shown in the example interfaces 200A to 200E of Figures 2A and 2E, when user 210 has already authorized its corresponding virtual object to user 140, if electronic device 110 detects that user 140 clicks the "Create a clone to look the same" control 211, it sends a target message 251 to user 210's terminal device. The target message 251 may include a generation prompt message 252, such as "XXX has generated a clone photo for you." The target message 251 may include a prompt word 253. The target message 251 may also include media content 254 generated from user 210's virtual object. In some examples, user 210 can view the target media content created by user 140 for user 210 by clicking the target message 251.

[0048] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 detects that the second user has not authorized the first user, it determines the second user's authorization request based on the second user's preset operation on the target message. As shown in the example interfaces 200A and 200C to 200D of Figures 2A and 2C to 2D, if the user 210 has not authorized its corresponding virtual object to the user 140, and the electronic device 110 detects that the user 140 clicks the "Create a clone to create the same style" control 211, it sends the target message 231 to the user 210's terminal device. The target message 231 may include a generation prompt message 232, such as "XXX wants to generate a clone photo for you." The target message 231 may include a prompt word 233. The target message 231 may also include an "Agree" control 234 indicating agreement to authorization. The target message 231 may also include media content 235 generated from the user 210's virtual object.

[0049] If electronic device 110 detects that user 210 clicks the "Agree" control 234, it will display an authorization pop-up window 241 on user 210's terminal device. In some examples, electronic device 110 may also display a prompt message 242 in the authorization pop-up window to inform user 210 that this authorization is a two-way permanent authorization and that user 210 can cancel the authorization on its corresponding settings page.

[0050] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 detects an authorization operation by the user 210, it can generate target media content based on the creation request of the user 140. It is understood that if the user 210 agrees to the authorization, both the user 210 and the user 140 can use each other's virtual objects to generate target media content. Accordingly, both parties can more easily generate media content based on each other's virtual objects, thereby creating more social interactions.

[0051] In some embodiments, user 140 can set permissions for other users to use virtual objects belonging to user 140. As shown in example interfaces 200G to 200H of Figures 2G to 2H, user 140 can click the "Permission to Use Virtual Objects" control 271 to set which virtual objects belonging to user 140 user 210 can use. If electronic device 110 detects that user 140 clicks the "Permission to Use Virtual Objects" control 271, it presents the permission setting interface 200H. In some examples, the permission setting interface 200H includes usage controls for multiple virtual objects belonging to user 140. If electronic device 110 receives that user 140 clicks to enable the usage control for virtual object 281 and the usage control for virtual object 282, it allows user 210 to use virtual objects 281 and 282 belonging to user 140.

[0052] In some embodiments, the creation request also indicates the selection of a third user, and the target media content is also generated based on second image data of a second virtual object corresponding to the third user. In some examples, the creation request from user 140 also indicates the selection of a third user. If the third user authorizes its corresponding virtual object to user 140, the electronic device 110 can also generate the target media content based on the image data of the third user's virtual object. In some examples, user 140 can also select multiple virtual objects to generate the target media content.

[0053] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 may display target media content in a first interactive interface. In some embodiments, the first interactive interface presented by electronic device 110 is specific to a first user and a second user, and the first user and the second user are authorized to manage the target media content via the first interactive interface. As shown in the example interface 200F of FIG2F, the target media content generated by electronic device 110 may be displayed in the interactive interface 200F associated with user 140 and user 210. Accordingly, both user 140 and user 210 are authorized to manage the target media content in their respective interactive interfaces 200F.

[0054] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 detects a selection of a fourth user, it switches to presenting a second interactive interface. The second interactive interface is specific to both the first and fourth users. The second interactive interface presents a set of media content associated with the first and fourth users, who are authorized to manage this set of media content via the second interactive interface.

[0055] In some examples, if user 140 helps multiple users create media content separately, electronic device 110 can present multiple interactive interfaces on user 140's terminal device. For example, if user 140 selects user A from among multiple users, electronic device 110 presents an interactive interface between user 140 and user A. Electronic device 110 presents a set of media content associated with user 140 and user A on the interactive interfaces between user 140 and user A.

[0056] In some embodiments, electronic device 110 can receive an editing request for target media content. The editing request indicates an adjustment to at least one authoring parameter. Electronic device 110 then provides additional media content generated based on the editing request. In some examples, both user 140 and user 210 can perform editing operations on the target media content, such as editing prompts, deleting media content, regenerating media content, publishing media content, etc. As shown in the example interface 200F of Figure 2F, user 140 and / or user 210 can click the editing control 262 to send an editing request for the target media content. Electronic device 110 then provides additional media content regenerated based on the editing request to user 140 and / or user 210 according to the adjustment operation performed by user 140 and / or user 210.

[0057] In some embodiments, if the electronic device 110 receives a publishing request for target media content, it publishes the target work associated with the target media content. In some embodiments, the electronic device 110 may also trigger a notification associated with the target work to a second user. In some embodiments, the electronic device 110 may present corresponding publishing controls on the target interface for this media content to support user 140 in publishing this media content. Specifically, this media content may be published on the publishing interface of application 120, where the publishing interface may display media content published by each user using application 120.

[0058] In some embodiments, if user 140 publishes the target media content, electronic device 110 can display a reminder message on user 210's terminal device to remind user 210 that the target work has been published. As shown in the example interfaces 200I to 200J of Figures 2I to 2J, if user 140 clicks the "Publish" control 291 to publish the target media content, electronic device 110 can display a reminder message 2101 on user 210's terminal device to remind user 210 that the target work has been published.

[0059] In some embodiments, the publication information of the target work indicates a reference to a second user. As shown in the example interface 200I of FIG2I, when a target work is published, the electronic device 110 may display publication information 292 indicating a reference to user 210 to remind user 210 that they can view the media content. In some examples, user 140 may also enter publication information indicating a reference to user 210 in the input area 293 presented by the electronic device 110 to remind user 210 that they can view the media content.

[0060] In some embodiments, the electronic device 110 may also receive predetermined operations performed by the user 210 and the user 140 on the media content through their interactive interface. The predetermined operations may be any appropriate operations, such as liking, commenting, etc., which will not be elaborated here.

[0061] Based on this approach, embodiments of this disclosure, when a second user authorizes a creation request from a first user, can generate media content including virtual objects belonging to the second user based on the first user's creation request. Therefore, embodiments of this disclosure can effectively improve the efficiency and quality of media content generation.

[0062] Example process

[0063] Figure 3 shows a flowchart of a process 300 for generating media content according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Process 300 can be implemented at electronic device 110. Process 300 is described below with reference to Figure 1.

[0064] In box 310, electronic device 110 obtains a creation request from a first user, which indicates the selection of a second user.

[0065] In box 320, electronic device 110, in response to obtaining authorization associated with a second user, provides target media content to a first user, the target media content being generated based on creation information associated with a creation request and first image data of a first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

[0066] In some embodiments, obtaining a creation request from a first user includes: presenting a viewing interface of reference media content; receiving a selection from a second user via a selection control in the viewing interface; and obtaining a creation request based on the selection from the second user, wherein creation information associated with the creation request includes creation parameters associated with the reference media content.

[0067] In some embodiments, the selection control displays a group of users associated with the first user.

[0068] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: in response to an authoring request, triggering the sending of a target message associated with the authoring request to a second user.

[0069] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: in response to the second user not authorizing the first user, determining the second user's authorization creation request based on the second user's preset operation on the target message.

[0070] In some embodiments, the target message indicates at least one of the following: a prompt word associated with the creation request; or reference media content associated with the creation request.

[0071] In some embodiments, the creation request also indicates the selection of a third user, and the target media content is also generated based on the second image data of a second virtual object corresponding to the third user.

[0072] In some embodiments, providing target media content to a first user includes: displaying the target media content in a first interactive interface, wherein the first interactive interface is specific to a first user and a second user, and wherein the first user and the second user are authorized to manage the target media content via the first interactive interface.

[0073] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: in response to the selection of a fourth user, switching to presenting a second interactive interface, the second interactive interface being specific to the first user and the fourth user; and presenting a set of media content associated with the first user and the fourth user in the second interactive interface, wherein the first user and the fourth user are authorized to manage the set of media content via the second interactive interface.

[0074] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: receiving an editing request for target media content, the editing request indicating an adjustment to at least one creative parameter; and providing additional media content generated based on the editing request.

[0075] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: in response to receiving a publishing request for target media content, publishing the target work associated with the target media content.

[0076] In some embodiments, process 300 further includes: triggering a notification associated with the target work to be sent to a second user.

[0077] In some embodiments, the publication information of the target work indicates a reference to a second user.

[0078] Example devices and equipment

[0079] Embodiments of this disclosure also provide corresponding apparatus for implementing the methods or processes described above. Figure 4 shows a schematic structural block diagram of an apparatus 400 for generating media content according to certain embodiments of this disclosure. The apparatus 400 may be implemented as or included in the electronic device 110 discussed above. The various modules / components in the apparatus 400 may be implemented by hardware, software, firmware, or any combination thereof.

[0080] As shown in Figure 4, the device 400 includes a creation request acquisition module 410, configured to acquire a creation request from a first user, the creation request indicating the selection of a second user. The device 400 also includes a media content provision module 420, configured to provide target media content to the first user in response to acquiring authorization associated with the second user. The target media content is generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object, the first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

[0081] In some embodiments, the creation request acquisition module 410 is configured to present a viewing interface of reference media content; receive a selection from a second user via a selection control in the viewing interface; and acquire a creation request based on the selection from the second user, wherein the creation information associated with the creation request includes creation parameters associated with the reference media content.

[0082] In some embodiments, the selection control displays a group of users associated with the first user.

[0083] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes a message triggering module configured to trigger the sending of a target message associated with the creation request to a second user in response to the creation request.

[0084] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes a creation request determination module, configured to determine a second user's authorization creation request based on a preset operation of the second user on the target message in response to the second user not authorizing the first user.

[0085] In some embodiments, the target message indicates at least one of the following: a prompt word associated with the creation request; or reference media content associated with the creation request.

[0086] In some embodiments, the creation request also indicates the selection of a third user, and the target media content is also generated based on the second image data of a second virtual object corresponding to the third user.

[0087] In some embodiments, the media content providing module 420 is further configured to display target media content in a first interactive interface, wherein the first interactive interface is specific to a first user and a second user, and wherein the first user and the second user are authorized to manage the target media content via the first interactive interface.

[0088] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes an interactive interface switching module configured to switch to presenting a second interactive interface specific to the first user and the fourth user in response to the selection of a fourth user; and to present a set of media content associated with the first user and the fourth user in the second interactive interface, wherein the first user and the fourth user are authorized to manage the set of media content via the second interactive interface.

[0089] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes an editing request receiving module configured to receive an editing request for target media content, the editing request indicating an adjustment to at least one creative parameter; and to provide additional media content generated based on the editing request.

[0090] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes a work publishing module configured to publish a target work associated with the target media content in response to receiving a publishing request for the target media content.

[0091] In some embodiments, the device 400 further includes a notification triggering module configured to trigger the sending of a notification associated with the target work to a second user.

[0092] In some embodiments, the publication information of the target work indicates a reference to a second user.

[0093] The units included in device 400 can be implemented in various ways, including software, hardware, firmware, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, one or more units can be implemented using software and / or firmware, such as machine-executable instructions stored on a storage medium. In addition to or as an alternative to machine-executable instructions, some or all of the units in device 400 can be implemented at least partially by one or more hardware logic components. By way of example, and not limitation, exemplary types of hardware logic components that can be used include field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), application-specific standard products (ASSPs), systems-on-a-chip (SoCs), complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs), and so on.

[0094] Figure 5 shows a block diagram of an electronic device 500 in which one or more embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented. It should be understood that the electronic device 500 shown in Figure 5 is merely exemplary and should not constitute any limitation on the functionality and scope of the embodiments described herein. The electronic device 500 shown in Figure 5 can be used to implement the electronic device 110 shown in Figure 1.

[0095] As shown in Figure 5, the electronic device 500 is in the form of a general-purpose electronic device. Components of the electronic device 500 may include, but are not limited to, one or more processors or processing units 510, memory 520, storage devices 530, one or more communication units 540, one or more input devices 550, and one or more output devices 560. The processing unit 510 may be a physical or virtual processor and is capable of performing various processes according to programs stored in the memory 520. In a multiprocessor system, multiple processing units execute computer-executable instructions in parallel to improve the parallel processing capability of the electronic device 500.

[0096] Electronic device 500 typically includes multiple computer storage media. Such media can be any accessible media that is accessible to electronic device 500, including but not limited to volatile and non-volatile media, removable and non-removable media. Memory 520 can be volatile memory (e.g., registers, cache, random access memory (RAM)), non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), flash memory), or some combination thereof. Storage device 530 can be a removable or non-removable medium and can include machine-readable media, such as flash drives, disks, or any other media that can be used to store information and / or data (e.g., training data for training) and can be accessed within electronic device 500.

[0097] Electronic device 500 may further include additional removable / non-removable, volatile / non-volatile storage media. Although not shown in FIG. 5, disk drives for reading from or writing to removable, non-volatile disks (e.g., "floppy disks") and optical disk drives for reading from or writing to removable, non-volatile optical disks may be provided. In these cases, each drive may be connected to a bus (not shown) via one or more data media interfaces. Memory 520 may include computer program product 525 having one or more program modules configured to perform various methods or actions of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0098] Communication unit 540 enables communication with other electronic devices via a communication medium. Additionally, the functionality of components of electronic device 500 can be implemented using a single computing cluster or multiple computing machines capable of communicating via communication connections. Therefore, electronic device 500 can operate in a networked environment using logical connections to one or more other servers, network personal computers (PCs), or another network node.

[0099] Input device 550 can be one or more input devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, trackball, etc. Output device 560 can be one or more output devices, such as a monitor, speaker, printer, etc. Electronic device 500 can also communicate with one or more external devices (not shown) via communication unit 540 as needed. These external devices include storage devices, display devices, etc., and can communicate with one or more devices that enable user interaction with electronic device 500, or with any device that enables electronic device 500 to communicate with one or more other electronic devices (e.g., network card, modem, etc.). Such communication can be performed via input / output (I / O) interface (not shown).

[0100] According to an exemplary implementation of this disclosure, a computer-readable storage medium is provided that stores computer-executable instructions thereon, wherein the computer-executable instructions are executed by a processor to implement the methods described above. According to an exemplary implementation of this disclosure, a computer program product is also provided, which is tangibly stored on a non-transitory computer-readable medium and includes computer-executable instructions, which are executed by a processor to implement the methods described above.

[0101] Various aspects of this disclosure are described herein with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatuses, devices, and computer program products implemented according to this disclosure. It should be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer-readable program instructions.

[0102] These computer-readable program instructions can be provided to a processing unit of a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine such that, when executed by the processing unit of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, they create means for implementing the functions / actions specified in one or more blocks of the flowchart and / or block diagram. These computer-readable program instructions can also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that causes a computer, programmable data processing apparatus, and / or other device to operate in a particular manner. Thus, the computer-readable medium storing the instructions comprises an article of manufacture that includes instructions for implementing aspects of the functions / actions specified in one or more blocks of the flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0103] Computer-readable program instructions can be loaded onto a computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby causing the instructions that execute on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to perform the functions / actions specified in one or more boxes of a flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0104] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to various embodiments of this disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of an instruction, which contains one or more executable instructions for implementing the specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions indicated in the blocks may occur in a different order than those indicated in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, and combinations of blocks in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, may be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0105] Various implementations of this disclosure have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed implementations. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described implementations. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical applications, or improvements to technology in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the various implementations disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A method for generating media content, comprising: Obtain the creation request from the first user, the creation request indicating the selection of the second user; as well as In response to obtaining authorization associated with the second user, target media content is provided to the first user, the target media content being generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object corresponding to the second user.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein obtaining the creation request of the first user includes: Presents a viewing interface for reference media content; The selection made by the second user is received via the selection control in the viewing interface; as well as Based on the selection of the second user, the creation request is obtained, wherein the creation information associated with the creation request includes creation parameters associated with the reference media content.

3. The method of claim 2, wherein the selection control displays a group of users associated with the first user.

4. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: In response to the creation request, a target message associated with the creation request is sent to the second user.

5. The method according to claim 4, further comprising: In response to the second user not authorizing the first user, based on the second user's preset operation on the target message, it is determined that the second user authorizes the creation request.

6. The method of claim 4, wherein the target message indicates at least one of the following: Prompt words associated with the creation request; Reference media content associated with the aforementioned creative request.

7. The method of claim 1, wherein the creation request further indicates the selection of a third user, and the target media content is further generated based on second image data of a second virtual object corresponding to the third user.

8. The method of claim 1, wherein providing the target media content to the first user comprises: The target media content is displayed in a first interactive interface, wherein the first interactive interface is specific to the first user and the second user, and wherein the first user and the second user are authorized to manage the target media content via the first interactive interface.

9. The method according to claim 7, further comprising: In response to the selection of a fourth user, the system switches to display a second interactive interface, which is specific to the first user and the fourth user. as well as A set of media content associated with the first user and the fourth user is presented in the second interactive interface, wherein the first user and the fourth user are authorized to manage the set of media content via the second interactive interface.

10. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: Receive an editing request for the target media content, the editing request indicating an adjustment to at least one creative parameter; as well as Provide additional media content generated based on the edit request.

11. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: In response to receiving a publishing request for the target media content, the target work associated with the target media content is published.

12. The method of claim 11, further comprising: This triggers the sending of a notification associated with the target work to the second user.

13. The method of claim 11, wherein the publication information of the target work indicates a reference to the second user.

14. An apparatus for generating media content, comprising: The creation request acquisition module is configured to acquire the creation request of a first user, wherein the creation request indicates the selection of a second user. as well as The media content providing module is configured to respond to obtaining information associated with the second user. With authorization, the first user is provided with target media content, which is generated based on creation information associated with the creation request and first image data of a first virtual object, which corresponds to the second user.

15. An electronic device comprising: At least one processing unit; as well as At least one memory coupled to the at least one processing unit and storing instructions for execution by the at least one processing unit, the instructions causing the electronic device to perform the method according to any one of claims 1 to 13 when executed by the at least one processing unit.

16. A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the method according to any one of claims 1 to 13.

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