AI video interaction glossary
Barge-in means speaking up while a character is still talking and having them stop, listen and follow you. In a live call it works the way a real conversation does: you cut in with a new idea, and the character changes direction with you.
Definition
Barge-in is the ability to interrupt a character in the middle of a reply. You start talking, the character stops, and what they say next answers you instead of finishing the old thought. It keeps you in charge of the conversation, so a scene, a question or a mood can change the moment you want it to.
By the Prelulu editorial team · Updated
The character begins, “We leave at sunrise.” You interrupt with, “Actually, my character is staying here.” Barge-in lets that correction become the next conversational event instead of making you wait through a speech you have already moved past.
People interrupt each other all the time: to laugh, to disagree, to add the detail that changes everything. Being able to cut in means the character stays with you instead of performing at you, and the call feels like talking rather than listening.
A good interruption does two things: the character stops, and their next line picks up your new direction. Try it with a small change, like a different setting or a sudden question, and hear the story turn with you.
FAQ
Yes. Just start talking. The character stops, listens and answers your new direction, the same way a friend would if you cut in mid-sentence.
No. It is something you do with your voice, not a magic word. In a text chat you simply send your next message; on a call you speak up and the character follows you.
Steering. Correct a detail, change the setting, skip ahead or react in the moment, and the scene bends to you without waiting for your turn.
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