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How to edit element timing

In this article, we'll show you how to edit and adjust the timing of elements in a scene.

Common questions:
Is there a way to change the order text is animated in a scene/slide?
How do I control when elements appear on a scene?


How to edit timing from the timeline



In the timeline, locate the scene you want to edit
Next, click once on the block in the scene. Clicking the block will display the "Edit timing" icon
Click the "Edit timing" icon
Each element on the scene will be displayed with a bar that indicates when the element appears, disappears, and the element duration. Click and drag the ends of the bars to adjust the timing for when it appears, disappears, and how long it is displayed in the scene. You can preview your changes by clicking the play button below the scene preview.
When you're satisfied with the edits, click the "Return to editor" button

Edit timing from the Scene Timeline - Step 1

Edit timing from the Scene Timeline - Step 2

Close up of the Edit timing icon

Edit timing from the Scene Timeline - Step 3

How to edit timing from the editor canvas



From the editor canvas, click once on any element in the scene
Click the icon above the element that has three dots (...) to display a menu with more options
Click the "Edit timing" menu item
Each element on the scene will be displayed with a bar that indicates when the element appears, disappears, and the element duration. Click and drag the ends of the bars to adjust the timing for when it appears, disappears, and how long it is displayed in the scene. You can preview your changes by clicking the play button below the Scene Preview.
When you're satisfied with the edits, click the "Return to editor" button

Edit timing from the Canvas

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Updated on: 23/10/2024

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