Adobe software is virtually the same on the Mac and PC platforms. When taking this class from an ONLC locations you will be using PC hardware with Windows software. When taking this course from home or office, students can use either PC or Mac hardware to attach to the hosted Windows-based Adobe software. Minor Mac keyboard and interface differences will be highlighted by the instructor.
This class includes a thorough review of the Animate interface including how to use tools and panels, and how to customize and save workspaces. You will also gain an understanding of authoring and output file types.
After completing this course you will know how to use the Library Panel and the Timeline, how to edit properties, preview movies, modify animated content, and set up properties for the stage. You will learn how to create shapes and text for animation, create symbols and instances, and learn to animate size, position, color, effects, transparency and filters.
You will also learn the differences between frame-by-frame animation, motion paths and motion tweens, as well as how to set easing, and how to animate camera motion. The class includes an introduction to the Motion Editor and editing property curves.
Finally, you learn about publishing animations for various outputs, including HTML5 and Flash Player.
Our Creative Cloud classes upgrade to the latest CC version as soon as new training materials are released from Adobe. Typically new content is available within 2 to 4 months of a software release.
This course is appropriate for beginners and for those who are self-taught on the basics of Animate. Experienced users may find they can benefit from a Core Skills: Level 1 class to fill in the gaps in their knowledge. If, however, you are already familiar with the content covered in the Level 1 course, you can view the Level 2 course outline here:
Animate CC Core Skills: Level 2
Animating with Modern Rigging
Animating Symbols with Motion Tweens
Animating the Camera
Animating Shapes and Using Masks
Inverse Kinematics with Bones
Creating Interactive Navigation
Getting started
Students should have some experience with Animate and working knowledge of the topics covered in our Animate Core Skills: Level 1 or equivalent experience. For more information on the Level 1 course, go to:
Adobe Animate Core Skills: Level 1
