Trying to rotate a static image with keyframes
Hi,
Using 2017 Express.
I'm trying to make a clock effect using an arrow image as the hour hand. I want to rotate the arrow to go from 11 to 5. First I set the anchor point to the end of the arrow. Next, I set a keyframe with the arrow at the 11 position (0x; 60). I then moved the timeline forward, rotated the arrow clockwise to the 5 position, and my next keyframe was set (0x; -120).
However, when I play it, the arrow always moves counter-clockwise. I've tried keyframing in both directions but no luck. Is there something I'm missing?
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Hello
Maybe I missunderstood.
I think the anchor point have to be at the start of the arrow.
The anchor point is at the non-pointy end of the arrow so that it stays in place while rotating.
You're probably keyframing "Orientation." You need to be keyframing "Rotation."
This video discusses the difference between Orientation and Rotations as well as covering a lot of other stuff you'll likely want to know eventually.
But I'm using Rotation under the Transform dropdown.
ok, I think the 0x -120 is incorrect, try it with 0x 240
-120 is counter clockwise
That was it...thanks!!!