Session 6: Importing assets L1

Preparation

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Description

This video tutorial details the Import feature for still images and font assets.

Session specific objectives

Changing the font on the lower third and creating a new bug template

Chapter 1: Importing fonts

• Dragging into the Preview window
• Changing existing font types from the text editor
• Compatible font files for import (ttf;otf)

Chapter 2: Importing and placing still images

• Pre-multiplication and alpha channel transparency
• When stills are imported – GMData/images
• When stills are previewed – GMData/Shaders
• Using view transparent toggle
• New Item menu when dragging
• Scenegraph ordering with transparent images

Chapter 3: Adding inputs on still images

• Adding inputs on the Texture0 slot
• Passing the correct name and file extension
• Testing in Playout

Chapter 4: Shaders, Materials, Textures and States L1

• Creating a new Shader

Expected duration

20 minutes

User Level

All new and L1 (Level 1) users