DekoCast Frequently Asked Questions

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Useful tips for using the DekoCast GUI

How do I enter special characters not on the keyboard?

I just opened a scene. Why isn't it visible in the output?

I made several scenes visible. Why do I only see the front one?

Why does PostDekoLite keep flashing and deleting my editing?

Object Types

Transition Deko

How do I make transitions move left-to-right, or top-to-bottom?

How do I put a newline into a text override or contents field?

How do I change text styles or colors in a Deko object?

Can I display and override several layers in a single Deko object?

Can I combine images and text in my Deko crawl?

How do I get multiple text objects to transition simultaneously?

Cel Animation

I'm reading a sequence of tiny logo images but I still run out of space.

I run out of memory switching between image sets that fit in memory.

Clip Playback

How do I play several clips back-to-back seamlessly?

Actions

Why doesn't changing an Action's duration affect its playback rate?

How do I play an Action from within another Action?

What's a Capture Keyframe? What does the "C" button do?

How do I add a Capture Keyframe to an existing Action Item?

Miscellaneous Info

About Shaped/Unshaped Key and Fill

Where do I find DekoCast product documentation?