Getting Started in Adobe Character Animator

[@authenticarkansas]

"layer 472 final final for real this time" just got you a new sub lol

[@randymurray934]

Make that two new subs lol

[@ThatDorkyReviewShow]

Bruh I literally read that at the same time he said it 😳what are the odds

[@Evanescence29]

fuckk thats how i name most of my files XD especially those related to university work

[@gingerstar6335]

This Channel has inspired me so much that I created my own original anime styled podcast on you tube called Eagle Chess Knock Out. You can find it on my channel. Check it out guys. :)

[@Weminan]

Daiiiin. So real

[@PrashantRawat]

I made 3 episodes through after effects by animating and matching every damn frame .. this software is a blessing.

[@PrashantRawat]

@Brewing Chuckles haha where do I begin !!. I have been on hiatus. but I am starting this again thanks to lockdown.

[@madsciencetricks2297]

@Brewing Chuckles hiiii

[@TruthLightDesigns]

How long did it take?

[@TruthSerumRadio]

Im literally going to go through the entire series of videos. I have a character I have been dying to animate and had no clue how. Im so excited. Thank you.

[@CritterVillageCartoons]

OK Samurai and Adobe CH are a godsend for cartoonists that lack the experience and patience to do stop motion animation! I never thought I'd be moving from lines on paper to full animation without paying a fortune or getting an entertainment agent. Now it's happening and all thanks to Adobe and OK Sam. I can't thank you enough!

[@zee029]

This is what I’ve been dreaming for and I didn’t know it existed 😭 thank you!!

[@prowrestlingadda]

Exactly WTF.... 😂😂

[@ADVIKANIMATES]

Didn't you use such features in snapchat

[@heydamdam6288]

Me too😭😭

[@RocketChild]

Ahhhhh! I'm freaking out. I didn't know this technology has evolved enough that it's available for personal use! So cool, I definitly want to have a go with it

[@wsjacksonjr]

Your narration has gotten so much better over the last few years, I want to congratulate you on removing the word um from your dialog. You sound 1000 times more professional now, Kudos to you!

[@ScoobySnax.]

Bruh this is so cool. I didn’t even know something like this existed😂

[@winjoy69]

me too

[@expecttheunexpected5847]

Same Luckily this was recommended to me since we need to do animation for my assignment Edit:typo

[@FunNationTricks]

Me tooooo

[@lejsatv8752]

my too

[@ScoobySnax.]

@Hudson Bentlee joined 2 hours ago

[@mckinleyharrop2127]

I decided to get back into animating and thought I would have to draw or manipulate each individual frame, this software is so awesome!

[@inloggedsometimes]

You are a great teacher! I'm about to get started with Adobe Character Animator, and it would have taken me ages to learn these things without your clear and effective guidance. Thank you so much!

[@AutumnRenne]

what?! it is absolutely INSANE we can do this!

[@whoozie]

I started a one month learning route for this software and I'm currently at the end of my first week! This video makes it a lot easier to understand what character animator is🙌🙌

[@helloreneecrystal2638]

Dave this is perfect for what I need for my high school class starting next week! Thank you!

[@alansteyrbach6926]

WHAT FREAKING HIGH SCHOOL ARE YOU IN SO THAT YOU NEED A GOD DAMN ADOBE ANIMATION FACE RIGGING OF CHARACTERS???!?!??!?!?

[@helloreneecrystal2638]

@@alansteyrbach6926 An awesome one :) We have a filmmaking program and do animation as part of that. So much fun.

[@MidnightHatter]

This program just keeps getting better and better! I've been using it since the Beta and the UI has gotten so much friendlier.

[@TheBreezus]

Character animotor is a game changer, that's why I finally bought into creative suite. However I am having a problem getting my puppet to open in Photoshop at 2:21

[@okaysamurai]

If it doesn't open, that usually means Photoshop is not the default program to open up PSDs. Search for "set default app" for Mac or PC to see how to do this. Edit > Edit Original should also work.

[@TheBreezus]

@@okaysamurai thank you for responding! That worked

[@bradleyharkness1654]

@@okaysamurai I've tried this on windows and still hasnt connected/opened photoshop? Any idea how to fix this?

[@TerriFonicDigital]

I finally got it!!! I had to stop thinking about what I do in other software and just really listen to what you were saying (several times) and after prayer, I got it. I was able to customize Chad. You are a great teacher. I sent a question about being able to use pngs, and yes, I can. I deconstructed by original Corel Draw drawing, made each body part a png, and then replaced the parts in the Chad Photoshop file. I realized what I was doing wrong. I was trying to edit Ch, instead of editing Chad's file in Photoshop (DUH) I don't know how I missed it, but I promise you this...I've got it now!!! Some things you just don't forget. Thanks again for your awesome tutorials. I'm excited to really incorporate this into all of my projects. THANKS AGAIN!!!

[@bohobebe8869]

I have always wanted to learn Animation but have always been put off by the idea of how difficult it would be, especially for someone who can't draw! This is incredible and I'm so excited that something like this exists. More importantly, your videos exist as an excellent way of learning. Great software is one thing but it needs someone like you to explain how to use it. Thank you so much!

[@rnpk9572]

I think no more tutorials are required after watching this video. i opened this software for the first time in my life. after watching this video i think i learned it already. thanks alot very precise very perfect tutorial.

[@e.a8211]

I dunno how to thank you...! so, may god bless you and grant you the highest level in paradise! :)

[@mindedgenesisfuture-shop7713]

Amen

[@alexd0617]

I've been waiting for a program like this. I'm glad Adobe is listening.

[@eunhye0614]

I knew for the first time. That's what I wanted. Thank you for letting me know. I am glad to know your channel.

[@WowDaniX]

You took me from not knowing how to use this software to becoming and expert in 16:51 minutes. Such great content, thank you.

[@ohsballer]

This is what I've been looking for for so long.

[@Ssol-qo3lu]

Thank you. I was gifted a year of Adobe everything, and this was completely new & unexpected. Instructions were informative & clearcut!

[@jaywood9415]

dude you did amazing in explaining this. its a game changer omg. im so excited thank you!

[@sannansaleh_]

not sure what's better - this application or how well you explained it!

[@demetriusglover4820]

Wtf how did I not know about this!!!! Literally this page this video is the answer to what I was looking for

[@summerprice2667]

I cannot explain how excited I am to try this!!! I just learned about Adobe Character Animator today

[@middle_kid]

This was a great tutorial vid. Clear, concise, and very informative. It makes me excited to try out this new software.

[@heroesofcolor]

I am going to school by watching all of your videos. Thank you. I will be watching every single video in your series.

[@irenewan4463]

I couldn't start anything, until i watch your tutorial , thank you!~

[@jelanmaxwell4762]

What a time to be alive thank you man excellent video

[@wolfesbluebox134]

This software has come so far!!

[@darthdaenerys]

Wow these tutorials are very helpful. It actually feels so great when u know that you're being taught by a person who actually designed this software😊

[@LifeofPaolah]

THANK YOU for making this so SIMPLE and easy to understand! So in depth and easy to follow along.

[@kaymullavevo9826]

Great! I wanted to learn but didn't want to watch 1 hour long video. You were short, simple and clear! Subscribing

[@youssefdamali7767]

This helped me alot looking forward to making an animation :)

[@wossaaaat]

Yowsers that was a good run through! Incredibly thorough, yet direct and to the point - clear with absolutely no fluff. Hats off man. Great work.

[@iamashleyyvette]

This was so helpful! I have access to the adobe creative cloud and all of the software through my job and this is helping me pass the time during quarantine.

[@BenderBossGM]

dude, the fact you keep updating these, you're a real hero!!! Subscribed my dude!

[@TraesHisTraxx]

i tried this along with you and still had some minor issues lol. I appreciate the tutorial. It does take much practice

[@jt659]

Just heard about you from some other guy. Apparently you are the go-to guy for learning to animate, so here I am. Thinking about making little animated stories for language learning.

[@scorpiss9]

I'm blown away... I spent so much time doing lip sync... Kids these days gonna be so spoiled. lol

[@roeazy]

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[@EnglishwithZackyTeacher]

*This is beyond expectations, you deserve more subs*

[@joshsharpe4366]

This is getting me so excited to start animating my show!! Thank you so much for this video!!😀😀

[@hageneterdraws3958]

Can I be an character

[@xbulelo]

I think I’m going to learn this technique for introductions to my game videos. The one thing I have which goes beyond animation is my experiences &, without sounding arrogant, my writing. I have had good influences throughout my life & I’ve wanted to be a writer director since the age of 5. I even used pocket money to buy Spielberg & Kubrick films. I kind of let that dream go for a while because I travelled, met my girlfriend (she’s more than dream). I have one problem though - I don’t have a platform to hire people & I don’t like being in front of the camera - or at least showing myself for any person to see - I’d rather be anonymous and let me voice & animation do the work. There’s so much I want to put out there, especially to make people feel good & give them insight into me & how I view mental health - passionately. It is more evident that ever now. Why is this relevant? This revelation led me to your video & you’ve given me the assurances I need that it is possible. That, alone, has improved my mood & I thank you for this. I will give you an actual 👌 because that increases your engagement ❤️

[@jasondashney]

Thanks so much for this. I just spent a grip of time trying to learn Animate, but I think this is more what I need. Great overview video. Thanks!

[@icychill105]

We used this program for an assignment in college, its cool to see other character examples and what people are doing with the program

[@Infernus25]

This is awesome! I didn't know this was possible and looks so easy. I was almost gonna pay some dude $150 to animate a 2d character for me for the KZbin channel Im thinking of starting.

[@demolution325]

i'm here because i've seen a few people use anime as their face cam via streaming - i never thought a software like this existed, someone mentioned a simple app, but i do prefer something like this - thank you so much for this tutorial, have a more understanding on this...

[@MTBBernie]

thank you for doing these tutorials.

[@hackerlive6324]

damn i Made this in autodesk sketch by drawing each frame and take me about 1 month and u just did it in 16 min , u just took my whole life but thanks for tutorial i learnt a lot

[@mallumedia8469]

Hey man, I want to learn character animator. Can you please let me know from where to start. Which video of yours is best for watching first?

[@okaysamurai]

I think going down this page in order is the best: adobe.com/go/chtutorials

[@fpvflyer4758]

Hi -Once I've made all my character adjustments with handles, facial settings, etc.... Does this information save as partnof the character? Or do I have to go through this setup process everytime? How do we save the character and the associated characteristics we just setup? Thank you

[@okaysamurai]

All that should be saved. In record mode, if you click the icon in the upper right of the Properties panel (person with an arrow pointing up), it will push any scene changes to the original character as well. If you go to File > Export > Puppet, whatever values show up in Rig mode will be saved with the puppet file.

[@fpvflyer4758]

@@okaysamurai Many thanks my friend! 🙏

[@Paddy_Mac]

'if I just name this layer 472 final for real' ha, ha, ha

[@lo3paige]

most accurate name file tho xD

[@victoria-exito]

YOU are a MENTOR! Thank you so much for your video. I need to understand Adobe Character Animator in a very short time and I know nothing about graphic design or similar. Thank you on behalf of those that cannot afford a paid course yet. Liked your video and subscribed to learn more from you! God bless you.

[@CorinneIsIn]

My daughter's names are Zoey and Cloe. You have officially freaked me out.

[@obiescookies]

Mine too!.. but spelled Zoe and Chloe :)

[@corcreate]

@@obiescookies OMG as if! That's amazing! Good taste by the way.

[@settitoma5891]

You are one of the best teachers out there!

[@learningscienceisfun]

What frame rate should animations be? 24fps or 30 fps? We are dumping the footage into a 30fps timeline. I wasn't sure if this would help with "choppiness". Any help or guidance is always appreciated. Your videos are fantastic.

[@okaysamurai]

I usually do 24fps, but I've seen all types, from 12 for more stop motion style to 60 for extra fast motion. So there's not a right answer here I'd say - do whatever looks best to you!

[@learningscienceisfun]

@@okaysamurai Thx!

[@glenngangan2965]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing clear, simple, short intro to a very beautiful app. Great ,great job in explaining clearly. You just got a new subscriber. I will now dig deeper on this app and watch more videos tutorials from you on Adobe Character Animator. So much love to you from Philippines.

[@marykirmo]

This vid is so informative. I hopped into Character over the weekend and I put up a video yesterday. It’s the most fun I’ve had in a long time. I’m so excited to do more things. Thanks for all your great tutorials.

[@ChristopherHemsworthCreative]

You are an amazing teacher! Incredibly clear and focused. Thanks so much for your content!

[@JudeGustafson-DHS-HRDT]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you. This makes the basics really easy. This is SUCH a time saver compared to the olden days when I started doing animation.

[@aadrienwatkins8057]

Adobe has some amazing programs. Your demonstrations are very helpful.

[@johnlecasu5371]

1 year later but still, thanks for your work. Its amazing content here ! Helpful and well organized.

[@lhays117]

This is the coolest app ever. So glad I came across it by pure chance. This is gonna make animation so much less tedious and much more natural looking for me. Also, you are a fantastic teacher. Subscribed!

[@chrisbradburycreative3990]

This is superb for idiots like me. Everything should be taught this clearly. Thank you for taking the time.

[@jencoleby2494]

you are an absolute legend and a half

[@jencoleby2494]

*Aussie compliment*

[@VicZablanVoiceLesson]

This is a great tutorial. Very clear. I have just downloaded Adobe Char Animator in my laptop.

[@asmrlife1911]

Sir You are so underrated !!! Your explanation is to the point !!! Also you just got a new Sub and you are not Okay Samurai you are Awesome Samurai ☺️

[@KamranJawaid]

Excellent and to the point. Will be of help to new users. Suggestion: would love to see advanced workarounds (character turns, multiple angles/multi views, smooth/fluid body movements, production quality squash and stretch etc.). I see a great future for CA (perhaps better than Animate), but it is still miles away from competing with other mainstream products. Yet, for some reason, seeing the rapid progress, like keyframes, physics, magnets, I believe the software can easily give it's competitors a run for their money in a few years time.

[@okaysamurai]

Yep, more advanced tutorials are on the way this year. It's pretty amazing to see what people like Our Cartoon President and Tooning Out The News are doing with CH for broadcast-quality animation - hopefully I can dig into some of those techniques here in the future!

[@KamranJawaid]

@@okaysamurai As always, looking forward.

[@Michelle-hr8rj]

Great how-to video. It will come in handy when I get the software.

[@MadamSyuhada]

Thank you. Will explore this soon

[@arthustlemindset135]

Final final for real this time. I do that s*** all the time lol Ive been looking for something like this for weeks. Thank you for uploading this.

[@c4ldas]

This is such a nice video, it's so easy to understand and to follow. I had no idea that Adobe Character Animator existed and I have zero experience with animations, but watched the whole video anyway.

[@Aaron-Tendo]

This is my second user channel, but I will give credit to you on my other. you earned a sub

[@888altamber]

I am so excited! I can't wait to get designing and creating with this program. Thanks for the tutorials

[@OmegaGodBahamut]

WOW!! That was a great tutorial, I haven't tried it yet but watching was very helpful.

[@FromdevbhoomiUK]

Hi ....can you make a full tutorial video on how to add multiple character in a scene to make a video....it would be very helpfull.

[@okaysamurai]

I'd like to do this soon. For now, in the app Home screen, watch the Wizard interactive tutorial - the second lesson there is about having two characters in one scene.

[@ShabbsArt]

I cant wait to try this for my channel! thanks so much for the tutorial. its gonna be a game changer for me

[@MegahedShow]

Great video! Very helpful for sure, so everything went as planned but for some reason my character's head isn't following my head movement, i can't figure out what's wrong. Thanks.

[@okaysamurai]

Is it just your puppet or all example puppets? If all, it's probably a webcam issue - make sure the right one is selected/on as I show here. If it's just one puppet, make sure the webcam is on, something is tagged as "Head," and the Face behavior is armed (red dot) on the right.

[@Awakenbeing]

It is very nice intro tutorial now I m very much interested in learning Adobe character animator further.

[@NilmiRN]

Your explanation is awesome, I want to try this, want to create and animate My own puppet. Do you have at least one month trial version??

[@okaysamurai]

We do have a 7 day free trial. www.adobe.com/products/character-animator.html

[@NilmiRN]

@@okaysamurai Yes, thanks I'm working on that.its cool.i love it.

[@artexho4188]

Thanks for the video. Could u pls tell, the layers style and arrangement should be same in illustrator too ?

[@okaysamurai]

Yep, the exact same. The Chad and Chloe characters both have PSD or AI variations that you can use as a guide.

[@artexho4188]

Thanks for the help )

[@Drakeout]

Can you make a tutorial about arms poses? I have seen so many Getmadz videos , they are so expresive but i don´t know how to make that transitions with arms poses

[@okaysamurai]

Yes I should. For now - check out the Replays tutorial at kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4vMoHqFdtlriKc - that will show you the basics of setting replay arms up. Tull the Cat on the home screen is a good example of a character with a lot of expressive arm replays. I believe Madz is also using cycle layers arms a lot, which would means he's drawing each frame.

[@ultrapwn69]

This is an amazingly helpful video. Thanks!

[@salmalubani4424]

Okay I have to submit my project next week and I really want to do this this really helped.

[@itikutok6568]

Incredible software and amazing tutorial! Thank you so much for making these.

[@kerwinfernandes9583]

These tutorials are so helpful. Thanks and God bless you and your family always! 🙂🙏

[@amanirinas7188]

Your tutorials are very helpful and enjoyable.. I'v been watching them and was excited to start, I downloaded Adobe Character Animator on my laptop and was ready to get started and then boom! my laptop didn't match the requirements 😏 But I'll not give up and will continue taking notes and practicing on mobile apps.

[@EikremTV]

you are really good in teaching! i have problem in learning from youtube but i can follow you! great one dude!

[@sriramh]

You are awesome. Easily understandable tutorial..

[@stinkleaf]

Super concise and thorough.

[@jai045]

Dude You are best In Breaking Down character Animatior❤️ Understood It Much Better✨❣️

[@miksy5142]

This is like, Vtuber before Vtuber! Nice!

[@Anand-y5s]

thank you for this.. i sign up youtube just for this.. Is there video on how to make character interaction? like jumping and running or fighting? etc..

[@okaysamurai]

Motion Library is probably your best bet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIXIp557lsmmoc0si=5_rhpmHr9kT_05GA

[@englishwithmaher5038]

This is really an amazing start for this program. Thank you! 🍁

[@ltecosphere3701]

Nothing changed after i edited psd file. I change the character color,CTRL+S then i go back to Ch, still the same. What should i do? I'm using the "DUDE" puppet.

[@okaysamurai]

You might be editing a different non-linked version of the file. Select your puppet in the project panel, then click the blue link that appears on the right. Now select your correct file location to link that version.

[@Dramadonia]

I'm new to this and I can't thank you enough!!

[@phillemos6514]

Excellent tutorial and delivery - thank you!