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Tutorial: Using Parameter Filters in Autograph

In this tutorial, we will explore how to effectively use parameter filters in Autograph to streamline your workflow and access transformation parameters quickly. Follow the steps below to enhance your animation process.

Expanding the Parameters

  • Accessing the Transform Section

    • To manipulate the animation keys for the Position parameter of your ball, first, expand the parameters to reach the Transform section.

Utilizing the Filtering System

  • Selecting the Relevant Layer

    • Begin by selecting the layer you want to work on.
  • Navigating to the Filter Params Section

    • Go to the Filter Params section, where you can choose which parameters to display in the timeline.
  • Filtering by Position

    • From the list of transformation parameters, click the Position button. This action will display only the Position parameter in the timeline.
  • Understanding Filter Persistence

    • The filter will remain active until you cancel it, meaning that expanding the layer will only show the Position parameter.
  • Clearing Filters###

    • An orange cross appears in the bottom right corner, allowing you to clear filters for all layers in the stack.

    • You can also use theAlt + F shortcut to quickly clear the filter on all layers.

    • The Reset Param Filters action removes the filter on the selected parameter. If the orange cross is visible, it indicates that at least one filter is currently active.

Combining Filters

  • Filtering by Rotation:

    • If you want to view only the rotation parameter along with its parent Transform, select Rotation.
  • Adding Multiple Filters

    • To add the Position parameter to the ###Rotation### filter, hold down the Shift key and select ###Position###.

    • This action will now display both ###Position### and ###Rotation### parameters.

  • Clearing Filters

    • Remember, clicking the orange cross will clear all filters and display all parameters again.

Displaying Keyframed Parameters

  • Using the Keyframe Filter

    • A different type of filter, represented by a keyframe icon on the left, allows you to display only parameters containing keyframes.

    • Clicking this button will reveal thePosition parameter, as it is the only parameter currently animated.

  • Familiarization Exercise

    • Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the filtering concept. Use the keyboard shortcuts to quickly display specific parameters.

    • Practice combining filters with the Shift key and use Alt + F to clear filters on all layers.


Summary

In this section, we've learned how to:

  • Apply filters to parameters to streamline your workflow.

  • Clear filters on all layers to revert to the default view.

  • Display only parameters containing keyframes for focused editing.