Molecular modeling and visualization often require precise control over the presentation of complex molecular structures. Imagine you need to isolate the behavior of specific molecular nodes without distractions, but manual adjustments for each keyframe make this task incredibly time-consuming. That’s where SAMSON’s Hide animation comes in, providing an elegant solution tailored to molecular modelers.
The Hide animation feature allows you to make specific nodes disappear at a designated keyframe. Unlike adjusting transparency or manually toggling visibility, this animation streamlines the process by combining the effects of the Shown and Hidden animations into a single, cohesive tool. Want to enhance your presentation clarity? Here’s how you can master this feature.
How The Hide Animation Works
The Hide animation operates using three keyframes to provide a seamless transition:
- Between keyframes 1 and 2, the specified nodes remain visible, allowing you to introduce them as needed.
- At keyframe 2, the nodes disappear – ideal for focusing attention elsewhere or demonstrating contrasts.
- Between keyframes 2 and 3, the nodes stay hidden, ensuring a distraction-free view of other components.
These transitions are controlled through the visibility of nodes, ensuring a clean animation without altering their transparency.
Adding and Refining the Animation
Getting started with the Hide animation is straightforward:
- Select the nodes you want to hide.
- Access the Animation panel within the Animator, then double-click on the Hide animation effect.
Once applied, you can freely adjust the timing by moving the keyframes to match your desired sequence. Whether you’re preparing a polished presentation or running simulations, this flexibility ensures the animation fits perfectly into your workflow.
Customizing Transitions
For even more precision in your animations, SAMSON enables you to modify the Easing curve. This allows you to control how parameters are interpolated between frames, offering smoother or more dynamic transitions depending on your needs.
Practical Tips
Note
Animations can always be adjusted after they’re created. If you need to fine-tune your sequence or timing, simply move the keyframes within the Animator panel.
Check out the visual example below, showcasing an application of the Hide animation:
Conclusion
The Hide animation in SAMSON bridges the gap between clarity and complexity in molecular modeling, making it an essential tool for researchers and designers. By automating visibility transitions, this feature saves time and elevates the quality of molecular presentations. To learn more, explore the official documentation at https://documentation.samson-connect.net/users/latest/animations/hide/.
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