PowerPoint - Combine a path with other effects Tutorial

In this video, you will learn about combining a path with other effects using Microsoft 365. The video covers how to create dynamic and visually appealing effects by combining a path with other effects in Microsoft 365. This will help you enhance your presentations and make them more engaging and professional.

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Objectifs :

This video aims to teach viewers how to enhance animations in presentation software by combining motion paths with other animation effects, specifically focusing on creating a more natural motion through the use of spin and grow/shrink effects.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Motion Paths and Animation Effects
In this section, we explore the concept of motion paths in animations. A motion path can significantly enhance the visual appeal of an animation when combined with other effects. For instance, a wheel image can be animated to move to the right along a motion path, but adding a spin effect can create a more dynamic and natural appearance.
Adding a Spin Effect
To add a spin effect to the wheel, first select the wheel image. Instead of accessing the main effects gallery, click on 'Add Animation' to incorporate an additional effect since the wheel already has a motion path. In the 'Add Animation' gallery, navigate to the 'Emphasis Effects' and select 'Spin'. Previewing the effects shows the wheel moving to the right while spinning, but the goal is to have it spin simultaneously as it moves along the path.
Adjusting Animation Timing
To refine the spin effect, open the Animation Pane. The spin effect is indicated by a yellow star icon, while the motion path is represented by a blue line icon. Select the spin effect, click its arrow, and change the start option from 'On Click' to 'With Previous'. This adjustment allows the spin to occur concurrently with the motion path. After clicking 'Play All' to preview, you may notice that the wheel rolls before it moves and continues rolling after it stops.
Creating a Natural Rolling Effect
To enhance the natural appearance of the rolling motion, select the spin effect, access its menu, and click on 'Effect Options'. Set the 'Smooth Start' to one second for both the spin and motion path effects. After clicking 'Play All', the rolling motion should appear more fluid. To create a back-and-forth rolling effect, select both the spin and motion path effects by holding the Control key while clicking on each. Access the drop-down menu to apply changes to both effects simultaneously.
Finalizing the Animation Sequence
In the dialog box, navigate to the 'Timing' tab to adjust the duration of both effects from 2 seconds to 1.5 seconds. Additionally, enable the repeat option by selecting '2' in the repeat box. The final effect will have the wheel rolling back and forth continuously.
Combining Effects with Motion Paths
Another example of combined effects is demonstrated with a rocket animation. The rocket follows two diagonal motion paths: one towards the Moon and another back to Earth. As the rocket returns, it appears larger due to the 'Grow/Shrink' effect, which is synchronized with the motion paths. Each motion path in the Animation Pane is followed by a corresponding 'Grow/Shrink' effect, set to play with the previous motion path.
Effect Options for Grow/Shrink
For the first 'Grow/Shrink' effect, open its effect options. This effect is applied as the rocket moves away, causing it to shrink. The settings include a delay for the shrinking effect and a smooth end to enhance the transition. For the return motion path, the second 'Grow/Shrink' effect doubles the rocket's size to 200%, with adjusted smooth start and end settings to create a gradual increase in size as it returns.
Conclusion
In summary, combining motion paths with additional animation effects like spin and grow/shrink can significantly enhance the visual dynamics of animations. By adjusting timing and effect options, you can create smooth, engaging animations that capture the audience's attention.

FAQ :

What is a motion path in animation?

A motion path is a predefined route that an object follows during an animation, allowing it to move in a specific direction or along a curve.

How can I combine different animation effects?

You can combine different animation effects by selecting an object, adding a new animation effect from the animation gallery, and adjusting the settings in the animation pane to synchronize their timing.

What are emphasis effects?

Emphasis effects are animations that highlight an object, making it stand out during a presentation. Examples include spin, grow, and shrink effects.

How do I make an animation look more natural?

To make an animation look more natural, you can adjust the effect options, such as using a smooth start, setting appropriate durations, and synchronizing multiple effects.

What is the purpose of the animation pane?

The animation pane allows users to view and manage all animations applied to objects in a project, including adjusting their timing and order.

Can I make an animation repeat?

Yes, you can make an animation repeat by adjusting the repeat settings in the effect options, allowing for continuous playback of the animation.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Creating Engaging Presentations

Using motion paths and combined effects can enhance presentations by making visual elements more dynamic and engaging. For example, a spinning wheel can draw attention to key points while moving across the slide.

Educational Videos

In educational videos, combining motion paths with emphasis effects can help illustrate complex concepts. For instance, a rocket animation can visually demonstrate space travel while showing size changes to emphasize distance.

Marketing Materials

In marketing materials, animations can be used to highlight product features. A product image can spin and grow as it moves across the screen, capturing viewer interest and enhancing brand visibility.

Interactive Learning Modules

In interactive learning modules, using motion paths and effects can create engaging scenarios. For example, a character could move along a path while performing actions, making the learning experience more immersive.

Corporate Training

In corporate training presentations, animations can help convey information effectively. For example, using a rolling wheel animation to represent progress can visually reinforce training concepts.

Glossaire :

Motion Path

A motion path is a predefined route that an object follows during an animation. It allows for movement in a specific direction, such as to the right or along a curve.

Spin Effect

The spin effect is an animation that rotates an object around its center point. It can be combined with other effects to create a more dynamic visual presentation.

Animation Pane

The animation pane is a tool in animation software that displays all the animations applied to objects in a project. It allows users to manage and adjust the timing and order of animations.

Emphasis Effects

Emphasis effects are animation effects that highlight an object, making it stand out during a presentation. Examples include spin, grow, and shrink effects.

Effect Options

Effect options are settings that allow users to customize how an animation behaves, including its timing, speed, and start conditions.

Smooth Start

Smooth start is an effect setting that gradually increases the speed of an animation at the beginning, creating a more natural motion.

Grow/Shrink Effect

The grow/shrink effect is an animation that changes the size of an object, making it appear larger or smaller during its movement.

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with another animation effect.

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For example, this wheel image has a motion path that moves it to the right,

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but I can get a better result,

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more natural motion if I add a spin effect to the wheel.

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To add the spin effect, I'll select the wheel and then click Add animation.

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Note that I'm choosing Add animation rather than going to

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the main effects gallery because the wheel already has one effect,

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the motion path.

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I'm adding to that one, so in the Add animation gallery

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I look in the Emphasis effects and choose Spin.

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Let's preview all the effects.

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The wheel moves to the right and then spins,

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but I want it to spin while it moves along the path.

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To work more with the spin, I'll open the Animation pane.

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The spin emphasis effect is yellow and has the star icon

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and the motion path is blue and has the line icon.

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I'll select the spin effect and click its arrow

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and instead of having it Start on click I'll have it Start with previous.

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Now let's click Play all to preview the sequence.

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The wheel rolls, but notice how it starts rolling before

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it moves and keeps rolling after it's stopped.

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To make the spin look more natural, I'll select it,

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display its menu and click Effect options.

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I use these settings, Smooth start and Smooth end to control the spin -

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they give the spin a more gradual start and end.

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I'll set each one to one second and click OK.

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I'll click Play all.

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Now the roll looks more natural and the wheel doesn't spin in place.

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Last I want the wheel to roll back and forth,

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so I'm going to select both effects.

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I'll click one, press control and click the other.

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With both effects selected, there's just one arrow to

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click for the drop down menu and what I select will apply to both effects.

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I'll click Effect options and select this option, Auto reverse.

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This will make both effects play and then play again in reverse.

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Now while I've got the dialog box open, I'm going to

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click the Timing tab and speed up the duration of both effects.

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I'll change this from 2 seconds to 1.5.

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Another thing I can do is make the whole effect repeat

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by clicking 2 in the repeat box.

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There's the finished effect,

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the wheel rolls back and forth and it repeats.

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Here's another animation sequence that uses combined effects.

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This rocket moves on two diagonal motion paths,

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one to the Moon and one back to Earth.

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I'll play the sequence.

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The rocket flies to the Moon then turns around and flies back.

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You'll also notice that the rocket gets smaller as it moves away

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and larger as it returns.

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That's the work of an effect called grow/shrink.

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It's combined with the motion paths.

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Here are the effects in the animation pane.

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These are the motion paths and each one is followed by

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this emphasis effect called grow/shrink.

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Each grow/shrink effect is set to play with the previous motion path.

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So let's look at the first use of the grow/shrink effect.

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I'll open its effect options.

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In this case the grow/shrink effect applies to the rocket

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as it moves away, so its size is set to smaller

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which makes the rocket shrink;

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also its smooth start setting delays the shrinking

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so it happens away down the path or farther away

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and the smooth end setting helps the shrinking effect at the end of the path

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to occur gradually.

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Now here's the other grow/shrink effect.

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Let's open its effect options.

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This effect applies to the rocket on its return motion path,

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so the rocket size is doubled at 200%

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and its smooth start and smooth end settings are adjusted to

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make the rocket get larger gradually as it returns on the motion path.

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So, with motion paths, remember there's power in combinations.

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