When presenting molecular dynamics, simulations, or any form of molecular modeling, it's not uncommon to need a moment to pause and allow your audience to absorb complex concepts. Pausing animations at strategic points can help emphasize key moments and ensure clarity. In this blog post, let's explore how SAMSON's Pause animation effect can help molecular modelers significantly enhance their presentations while maintaining full control over timing.
Why Pausing Matters in Molecular Animations
Molecular animations often display intricate processes that are rich in detail. Whether it’s showing molecular interactions, structural changes, or reaction pathways, the ability to pause at a specific frame allows viewers to reflect on what they’re seeing. It also gives presenters time to explain the significance of a particular frame, ensuring the message gets across effectively.
How to Add the Pause Animation in SAMSON
Implementing a pause animation in SAMSON is both intuitive and flexible. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Locate the Pause animation effect in the Animation panel of the Animator.
- Double-click on the Pause animation effect. The keyframe for the pause will automatically be placed at the current frame.
- Adjust the keyframe if necessary by dragging it to the desired location in the timeline.
That’s it—your animation now includes a pause at a specific frame! This process is especially useful when designing presentations or creating educational materials.
Note: Keyframes can always be moved after placing them, offering you full flexibility in your animations.
Customizing Pause Duration
Every animation has unique timing needs, and the duration of a pause is no exception. SAMSON allows you to customize the pause duration with ease:
- Navigate to the Inspector panel in SAMSON.
- Select the Pause animation node in the Document view.
- Within the Inspector, specify the number of seconds for the pause duration. You have full control over tailoring the timing to suit your presentation’s needs.
An example is illustrated below:
Make Your Presentations Stand Out
By using the Pause animation effect in SAMSON, you can ensure that your audience stays engaged and fully understands the story behind your molecular simulations. This feature is particularly helpful during teaching sessions, proposal defenses, and research presentations, where clarity and pacing are critical.
Learn More
For more detailed instructions, please visit the full documentation at this link.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can get SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.