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Additionally, the "Curve Editor" is a powerful function generator for expressions.With expressions it is possible to define custom functions, which will be used for a node’s animated property. The big advantage with expressions is that you do not have to set a single key, because everything is based on mathematical formulas. The "Curve Editor" even gives you the possibility to blend keyed curves with expressions.

Basic Animation

Simple key animation inside RealFlow is as easy as in your 3D program:

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A basic curve for a linear position animation could look like this:

 

 

Working with Curves

Each node provides a wide variety of parameters and almost all of them can be animated or controlled with an expression. RealFlow does not differentiate whether an object is imported or native, but imported objects are locked by default. This means that you will not be able to change any of the item’s position, scale, or rotation data. You first have to unlock the settings with:

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