Applying Special Effects

You can apply comic special effects such as disguises, metaphor effects suitable to the script, or status symbols expressing the nature of the script with CrazyTalk.

Applying a Special Effect

1. Double-click anywhere on the SFX (Special Effects Animation) or SFX-Swap track to apply special effects. You can also select part of the timeline to apply the special effect to that section only.

2. Select a special effect or comic theme from the Choose Theme drop-down list. A set of special effects for each theme is displayed.

3. Select a special effect from the desired theme to see how it looks on the model.

4. Click the Preview button to play a small part of the script and preview the special effect.

5. Click OK when done.

The special effect is applied to only a small section of the script and indicated on the track by a grey box. To apply the effect over a wider range of the script, drag the box to enlarge it. Move it to other parts of the script as desired.

Modifying a Special Effect

1. Select a special effect.

2. Select the Modify tab on the Special Effects dialog.

3. Use the Transform feature. Click the four arrows to move the special effect atound the screen. Click the Resume button to clear your transformation settings and start new adjustments.

4. Move the Speed slider to speed up or slow down the special effect.

5. Move the Size slider to enlarge or reduce the size of the special effect.

6. Move the Opacity slider to specify the opacity of the special effect.

7. Click the Preview button to see the result.

8. Press the OK button to apply the special effect or click the Add button to add this special effect to your Custom gallery.