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Overview of the Timeline in hiCreo
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The Timeline in hiCreo is a powerful tool that lets you manage the timing and sequencing of various items within your presentation. It visually represents the duration and order of animations, audio, video, and other interactive components on each slide. Here’s how the Timeline works and what you can do with it:
1. Visual Representation of Time:
The Timeline is a horizontal bar located at the bottom of the hiCreo editor that shows the time duration of your slide. Each item on the slide, such as text, images, audio, and video, appears as a track on this timeline.
2. Layering and Sequencing
The Timeline displays how different items are layered and sequenced. You can arrange the order of items as desired. Items higher on the timeline appear in the foreground, while those lower down appear in the background. Additionally, items earlier on the timeline will play first, while those later will play afterward.
3. Managing Animations:
The Timeline allows you to control when animations start and how long they last. Simply drag the edges of the animation track to adjust the start and end times, ensuring precise timing and duration for your animations.
4. Audio and Video Control:
For audio and video items, the Timeline lets you determine when these media files play during the slide. You can set them to start at specific points in the presentation.
5. Zoom and Navigation:
The Timeline can be zoomed in or out to provide a detailed view or a broader perspective of the slide’s timing. This feature, located at the bottom-left corner of the screen, is especially useful for managing long-duration slides or complex sequences.
6. Interactive Playback:
As you adjust items on the Timeline, you can preview how the slide will play out in real-time. This enables you to make immediate corrections and ensure everything is perfectly timed before finalizing the presentation.
In summary: The Timeline in hiCreo is an essential tool for controlling the flow and timing of your presentation. It gives you detailed control over how and when each item on your slide appears, helping you create polished and professional presentations with ease.