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Importing files to Linearity Move

You can easily import files from other programs into Linearity Move.

From the Home screen, select the Import tab.

Exporting files from Figma

With the “Linearity Move and Curve - Animation and Illustration for Figma” plugin, you can effortlessly export your Figma files to either Linearity Move or Linearity Curve.

Using the plugin is simple, and there are two convenient workflows to choose from.

1. Get the plugin from the Community page or search for it in Figma from the top toolbar (Resources → Plugins).
2. Run the plugin and select either "Export to Move" for animation or "Export to Curve" for design.
3. Open In (for frames): Choose the Figma frames you want to export, and click “Open in Curve/Move.” This only works when exporting Figma frames, and instantly starts a new document in Linearity Curve or Move. For exporting individual elements, go to step 4.
4. Or copy (for frames and elements): Easily paste individual elements or frames into any existing document.

Each Figma frame you export will be instantly imported as an individual scene in Linearity Move or an artboard in Linearity Curve. If you select multiple frames, they will automatically be imported as individual scenes within Linearity Move, allowing you to effortlessly create seamless transitions using Auto Animate.

If you choose to copy individual elements from Figma using the plugin, they will paste as new layers in Linearity Curve or Move.

You can also import files from Linearity Curve, or other programs like Sketch and Adobe Illustrator. PDF files are also compatible. You can also connect your Figma account to Linearity Move to open your Figma files directly.

You can also click on File → Open from your Mac to open files directly from your device storage.

Import your videos to Linearity Move

You can import video files (.mp4, .mov) directly into your projects. Whether you’re blending real-world footage with animated graphics or adding depth to your designs, the video integration transforms how you connect with your audience.

Video Integration Made Easy

Importing video into Linearity Move is now as straightforward as managing your standard assets. Here’s how to enhance your project with video:

1. Importing Your Video:

• Use Import > Import from file on the timeline to upload your video.
• Directly drag and drop .mp4 or .mov files onto the selected Scene.

or

• Navigate through the menu by selecting Insert > Video in a specific scene.

1. Customizing Your Video:

• Easily position, scale, rotate your clips.
• Change opacity or crop your video to fit the design.
• Trim your video clips to synchronize perfectly with your animation timeline.

1. Animating Your Videos:

• Treat video files like any other shape or image - animate them by adjusting properties.
• Apply presets, group with other elements, or mask videos for complex compositions.
• You can also apply presets to videos, group them with other elements, and even mask them for more complex designs.

Why Incorporate Videos?

• Tell Better Stories: Combine real footage with graphic elements to create more engaging and relatable narratives.
• Keep Viewers Interested: Videos tend to hold attention longer, helping to ensure your message gets across.
• Simplify Your Process: Keep all your visual assets in one place, making it easier to organize and find what you need.
• Enhance Visual Appeal: Adding video can make your animations richer and more appealing by introducing movement and life.
• Explain Better: Use video to simplify the explanation of complex ideas, making them easier for everyone to understand.
• Deepen Connections: Videos can convey emotions powerfully, helping to forge stronger connections with your audience.

Exporting your projects

To export your projects and share your work, click on the Export button at the top right of the project interface.

This will open the Export window, where you’ll see a preview of your animation, as well as some document settings.

Here you can change the resolution of your project, as well as the frame rate. You can even export your animation as a GIF. Once you’ve chosen your settings, click export to download your project.