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Adding Particle Effects
Note: you can give all the added objects, images, and backgrounds custom
names in the Particle Designer to make them easily identifiable in the keyframe
timeline. Just enter the desired name in the Selected object field.
Adding New Particle Objects
You can add additional particle objects to a particle effect template.
To add a new particle object to a particle effect, click on the button. CyberLink
PowerDirector adds a default particle object to the particle effect template. See
Modifying Particle Object Properties for more information on customizing the
default particle object to fit the particle effect you are trying to create.
Adding Images
You can insert your own images into your particle effect template.
To add a image, do this:
1. Click on the button.
2. Browse to and then select the image on your computer you want to add, and
then click Open.
3. Once added, resize and reposition the image in the Particle Designer as
required.
Setting Backgrounds
Your particle effect can consist of a background that the particle objects emit over.
You can choose from the default backgrounds, or import your own custom
background.
To set a background, do this:
1. Click on the button.
2. Select:
Add Default Background Image: if you want to select one of the
backgrounds provided with your copy of CyberLink PowerDirector. Select