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Motion for Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide

Name: Motion for Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide
Author: Mark Spencer
ISBN: 9780321294586

by Mark Spencer

December 2004

Beginner to intermediate

504 pages

10h 39m

English

Peachpit Press

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Copyright
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
What is Motion?Who is Motion For?Who Should Use This BookWhat’s in This BookHow to use this bookTo Learn More About Motion
1. Before You Begin
System RequirementsInstalling MotionIntegrated Applications
2. Welcome to Motion
Launching MotionIntroducing the Motion WorkspaceWorking with the Utility WindowThe File BrowserThe LibraryThe InspectorExploring the CanvasThe Project paneThe Timing paneExamining the Project Pane TabsThe Layers tabThe Media tabThe Audio tabExamining the Timing Pane TabsThe TimelineKeyframe EditorAudio EditorIntroducing the DashboardChanging Window Arrangements
3. Working with Objects
Using the File BrowserBrowsing media filesOrganizing media filesPreviewing media filesImporting media filesAdding Multiple Files to the CanvasImporting Photoshop FilesWorking with the CanvasWorking with LayersOrganizing objects and layersUsing the Object menuGrouping objects and layersHiding and Revealing ObjectsSoloing ObjectsLocking ObjectsSearching Layers and ObjectsWorking with the Media TabDuplicating ObjectsDeleting ObjectsReplacing Media
4. Changing Object Properties
Selecting ObjectsSelecting LayersTransforming Objects in the CanvasChanging the Position of an ObjectUsing object alignment commandsCanvas View optionsShowing OverlaysRotating ObjectsScaling ObjectsUsing ShearChanging the Anchor PointWorking with the Four Corner ParameterCropping an ObjectMaking Transformations in the Properties TabWorking with Parameter ControlsTransforming Multiple ObjectsTransforming LayersBlending ObjectsBlending with opacityUsing blend modesBlend modes and layersAlpha channel blend modesPreserving opacityApplying a Drop ShadowUsing Timing
5. Compositing and Editing in the Timeline
Introducing the TimelineIdentifying Objects in the TimelineSelecting Objects in the TimelineChanging the Timeline’s AppearanceView optionsZoomingTrack heightTrack displayNavigating the TimelineTransport controlsThe Ruler areaJumping to objectsDefining the play rangeSetting project durationUsing MarkersAdding Objects to the TimelineDrag and Drop EditingCompositing objectsInserting objectsOverwriting objectsExchanging objectsAdding multiple clipsSetting drag and drop preferencesAdding objects to layersManaging LayersLinking audio and videoHiding masks, filters, and behaviorsGrouping tracks with layer containersEditing Objects in the TimelineMoving objects in timeTrimming objects in the TimelineSlipping mediaDeleting, cutting, copying, and PastingWorking with Paste SpecialSplitting Object TracksSoloing Object TracksEditing with Layer tracksWorking with RegionsDeselecting parts of a regionPasting into regionsInserting timeThe Mini-Timeline
6. Working with Behaviors
Choosing BehaviorsApplying BehaviorsCustomizing BehaviorsCustomizing parameters in the DashboardCustomizing parameters in the InspectorModifying BehaviorsTrimming BehaviorsApplying Multiple BehaviorsUsing Basic Motion BehaviorsUsing Simulation BehaviorsUsing Common Simulation ControlsWorking with the Object WellThe Affect Objects check boxThe Affect parameterThe Influence parameterThe Strength parameterThe Falloff Type parameterThe Falloff Rate parameterApplying Parameter BehaviorsUsing Parameter BehaviorsExploring Common Behavior ControlsThe Dashboard Zoom Level controlThe Curvature sliderThe Apply Mode controlThe Offset controlsAnimating Behavior ParametersApplying parameter behaviors to a simulation behaviorApply parameter behaviors to other parameter behaviorsKeyframing behaviorsConverting behaviors to keyframesSaving Customized Behaviors
7. Animating with Keyframes
Understanding KeyframesSetting KeyframesSetting keyframes in the CanvasSetting keyframes in the DashboardSetting keyframes in the InspectorThe Inspector’s Animation menuModifying KeyframesModifying keyframes in the TimelineUsing the Keyframe EditorNavigating in the Keyframe EditorDisplaying keyframe parameters and graphsAdjusting the graph viewModifying keyframes in the Keyframe EditorModifying CurvesChanging keyframe interpolationWorking with Bezier curvesWorking with Bezier handlesExtrapolating keyframesGenerating keyframesSaving Keyframed ParametersKeyframing FiltersWorking with Behaviors and KeyframesKeyframing behaviorsCombining behaviors with keyframesConverting behaviors to keyframesOn-the-Fly KeyframingThinning keyframes

8. Using the Library
Introducing the LibraryUsing the Preview AreaUsing the SidebarUsing the File StackFinding and Applying Library ElementsAdding Content to the LibraryOrganizing Effects
9. Using Filters
Browsing and Previewing FiltersFilter CategoriesApplying and Removing FiltersAdjusting FiltersAdjusting Filter TimingAnimating FiltersUsing Third-Party Filters
10. Using Generators
Browsing and Previewing GeneratorsAdding GeneratorsModifying GeneratorsUsing Gradient PresetsUsing the Gradient EditorAnimating Generator ParametersSaving Customized Generators
11. Working with Particles
Understanding Particle SystemsWorking with Preset Particle SystemsCreating a Custom Particle SystemCustomizing Particle SystemsCustomizing the Emitter with the DashboardCustomizing the Particle Cell with the DashboardCustomizing Particle Systems in the InspectorCustomizing Emitter Parameters in the InspectorCustomizing emission shapeCustomizing Emission Angle and Emission Range in the InspectorChoosing the Render OrderInterleaving particlesCustomizing Particle Cell Parameters in the InspectorWorking with Color ModesSetting cell parameters for QuickTime moviesUsing Multiple CellsChanging parameters for multiple particle cellsUsing Filters with Particle SystemsUsing Behaviors with Particle SystemsUsing the Scale Over Life behaviorKeyframing Particle SystemsSaving Custom Particle Systems
12. Working with Shapes and Masks
Drawing ShapesWorking with Control PointsEditing Bezier Control PointsEditing BSpline Control PointsDrawing Rectangles and EllipsesUsing Library ShapesModifying ShapesModifying Shape ParametersApplying Filters to ShapesAnimating ShapesCreating Transparency with MasksDrawing MasksModifying Mask ParametersApplying Filters to MasksAnimating MasksApplying Image MasksApplying Filters to Image MasksMasking with Blend ModesUsing Masks and Keys
13. Working with Text
Creating TextManipulating Text ObjectsFormatting TextFormatting text with the DashboardPreviewing and Applying Fonts in the LibraryPreviewing and Applying LiveFontsPreviewing and Applying Text StylesFormatting Text with the InspectorModifying Text FormatModifying LiveFontsModifying Text StyleAdding a Gradient to a Text ObjectAdding a Texture to a Text ObjectModifying Attribute-Specific Style ParametersSaving Text StylesModifying Text LayoutCreating a Type On EffectCreating Text on a PathAnimating Text on a PathAnimating TextUsing Text Animation BehaviorsUsing the Sequence BehaviorAdding and Animating Parameters for the Sequence BehaviorModifying the Sequence BehaviorUsing the Custom Option for the Behavior ParameterUsing Map Animation with Keyframed ParametersSaving a Modified Sequence BehaviorUsing Text Sequence BehaviorsModifying Text Sequence BehaviorsUsing Basic Motion and Simulation Behaviors with Text ObjectsUsing Parameter Behaviors with TextKeyframing TextAdding Filters to Text
14. Working with Audio
Adding AudioManipulating Audio FilesWorking with Audio TracksUsing the Master TrackEditing AudioKeyframing AudioKeyframing in the Audio EditorRecording KeyframesExporting Audio
15. Using Templates
Creating Projects from TemplatesCustomizing TemplatesCreating a New Template
16. Exporting a Project
Exporting a ProjectWorking with Export PresetsExporting with Compressor
17. Integrating with Apple Pro Apps
Integrating with Final Cut Pro HDIntegrating with DVD Studio Pro
A. Editing Project Properties
Opening and Editing Project Properties
B. Setting Preferences
Using the General PaneUsing the Appearance PaneUsing the Project PaneUsing the Canvas PaneUsing the Output PaneUsing the Presets PaneUsing the Gestures Pane

Overview

Offering never-before-seen features like the ability to preview multiple HD videos in real time and Behaviors-based animations plus a price hundreds of dollars below its big-name competitor, Apple's brand-new Motion software is one tool you won't want to live without. This task-based guide delivers all the practical, fun, visual instructions you need to start taking advantage of it immediately. In typical to-the-point Visual QuickStart style, this volume shows you how to start using Motion's many exciting features immediately to create jaw-dropping effects of your own. In short order, you'll learn how to create multilayer composites, stylized title animation, DVD motion menus, and more. You'll also learn about particle dynamics and Behaviors as well how to create dozens of effects using Motion's filters and transformations. If you create motion graphics for film, TV, video, or DVDs--as a filmmaker, designer, DVD producer, or anyone else involved with video-you'll want this guide!

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