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Octorden
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February 17, 2022
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Symbol boundaries and registration.

  • February 17, 2022
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When I create a new symbol, the center stage marker doesn't have an equal amount of space around it. The boundaries reach -750x-750 in the negative direction but then 2000x1450 in the positive. This seems a little weird to me. I don't need this much space, but I would like to know how to set the reference point as center.

 

I understand that if I draw out an object then convert this to a symbol I will be able to set it's registration point but this seems a bit strange to create a symbol within a symbol. I am well aware that a symbol can consist of multiple symbols and my workflow does utilise this but I'm just trying to refine a few things in my head before I move on to the next project. 

 

Can registration not be set when just creating new symbol from nothing?

 

Probably the most noob question ever but thanks anyway.

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    Correct answer n. tilcheff

    Have a look at this article which may give you some useful information and guidance.

     

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    n. tilcheff
    n. tilcheffCorrect answer
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    February 17, 2022

    Have a look at this article which may give you some useful information and guidance.

     

    Nick - Character Designer and Animator, Flash user since 1998 | Member of the Flanimate Power Tools team - extensions for character animation
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      OctordenAuthor
      Inspiring
      February 17, 2022

      Thank you for providing this. It was a great read and helped me understand registration and transform points.

        JoãoCésar17023019
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        JoãoCésar17023019Community Expert
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        February 17, 2022

        Hi.

         

        I'm not sure if I understand... Do you mind sharing a screenshot or video of what you're trying to do and the issue you're facing?

         

        Regards,

        JC

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