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In a 3D project, using the default dial or value slider (when the disclosure triangle is
closed), modifies the Z angle. To modify the rotation of the pattern elements on all three
axes (X, Y, and Z), click the disclosure triangle and adjust the X, Y, and Z dials.
When the 3D checkbox is selected, this parameter also displays the Animate pop-up
menu.
Animate: A pop-up menu that sets the angle interpolation for keyframed animation of
the Angle Randomness parameter. There are two choices:
Use Rotation: This is the default interpolation method. When the Angle Randomness
parameter is keyframed, pattern elements rotate from their start rotation to their
final rotation. Depending on the animation, the elements may twist before reaching
their final orientation (the last keyframed value). For example, if the X, Y, and Z Angle
parameters are animated from 0 degrees to 180 degrees in a project, the elements
rotate on all axes before reaching their final orientation.
Use Orientation: This alternate interpolation method provides smoother animation
but does not allow multiple revolutions. It interpolates between the pattern elements’
start orientation (first keyframe) and their end orientation (second keyframe).
Additive Blend: By default, replicator elements are composited together using the Normal
blend mode. Select this checkbox to composite all overlapping elements using the Additive
blend mode. This blending occurs in addition to the compositing method set in the
Properties Inspector. The result is that the brightness of overlapping objects is intensified.
Color Mode: This pop-up menu specifies the origin of the color for replicated elements
There are five menu options:
Original: Elements are created using the original colors from the source layer. When
Original is chosen, the Opacity Gradient editor appears, allowing you to change the
opacity of the replicator elements over the pattern.
Colorize: Elements are tinted using the color specified in the Color parameter. Additional
Color and Opacity Gradient parameters appear.
775Chapter 15 Using the Replicator