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Pascal, Thanks for your feedback! We'll think regarding author name filter in transitions.The good comment.

Hi, Smooth Move modifier was introduced in V11, but probably not everyone may know how useful it can be. This demo shows how the Smooth Move modifier improves animated panoramas when you change a direction of motion at a middle keyframe. Without the Smooth Move modifier, you'll see a sharp, unnatural break in the movement direction. With the Smooth Move modifier, the image smoothly changes trajectory with natural momentum, gently rounding the sharp corner. If you have 3 keyframes and a direction of motion changes at the 2nd keyframe (in the middle), you need to add the Smooth Move modifier to that 2nd keyframe. The "Smoothing (%)" parameter controls how much the motion is smoothed. I recommend to keep the default value 100%. Note that Smooth Move also creates smooth starts and stops, giving the motion a natural, momentum-based feel. If you're using simple motion between just 2 keyframes, use the Smooth speed modifier on the 1st keyframe instead. In this case, don't use Smooth Move. Download the demo project: Smooth Move modifier.zip Video example: Smooth Move modifier.webm Screenshot:

Google doesn't allow the use of any screen filters on some system pages, for example: a blank page, web store for Chrome extensions, preferences of Chrome, etc.

Hi, I wrote a small free extension for Chrome browser. If your eyes get tired reading text on glossy monitors, or you find it hard to focus on smooth high-resolution screens (especially 4K displays) - this might help. The extension adds a barely visible pixel grain texture that gives your eyes something to focus on. Works great on Retina and high-DPI displays. It's completely free. I spent just one day making it during the weekend. Not related to PTE AV Studio, just sharing in case someone finds it useful. https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screengrain/amgkkiknaaofelhmokbhiidcganljcjh

Hi Pascal, I see this problem with different results after applying the same color filter(s) in V11 and V12. Thanks! We'll fix it in Beta 3.

Hi, I wish you a happy New Year and good health! New creative ideas, new projects in PTE AV Studio, and new travels. Our planet is a small fragile house in the endless ocean of Space. One planet for all people. I dream about peace and cooperation among all people from all countries. Thanks for your support

Hi, In PTE AV Studio 12, we've included a new function - Quick Search in the Slide Styles window and Transitions window. This allows you to quickly find or filter the desired transition or style by name, category, or author name. You can also filter slide styles by the number of images they require, making it easy to find styles that match your current selection. PTE AV Studio remembers your choice during the current session, independently for styles and transitions. You can hide the Quick Search bar in Preferences > Templates tab by unticking the "Search in styles and transitions" option.

We fixed this issue in Beta 2 today. Please try the new Beta.

We fixed this issue in Beta 2 today. Please try the new Beta.

Beta 2 is available See the download links above. Updated Dutch, French, and Spanish translations. Added full support for dead keys (^, `, ´, ¨, ~) on international keyboard layouts - French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, and others (Mac) Fixed an issue with sound objects being duplicated in custom transitions with multiple variants. Fixed an issue where Custom width and height fields were not visible in the New project window.

Hi Pascal, Glad that you like this new createive effect! Thanks for sharing your custom transition based on the new Gradient map effect. Looks very nice.

Pascal, please let me know if it will occur again. Maybe it happened when two instances of PTE (11 and 12) were launched at the same time?

Hi Pascal, Does this problem (non working Edit button) occur for any custom transitions? Try to create a new test transition. Will Edit button work correctly? Can you send me effectuser.ini file from Styles and Transitions > Transitions folder?

Hi, PTE AV Studio 11.0.21 Beta is available for Mac users: Added full support for dead keys (^, `, ´, ¨, ~) on international keyboard layouts - French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, and others (Mac). Download Mac: https://files.wnsoft.com/test/PTE-AV-Studio.dmg (About window shows: 11.0.21 Build 1)

Hi, I confirm your findings. Thank you! We'll fix it.

Hi, Thanks for your suggestion. I also confirm the issue with the Custom preset. Normally it should display custom width and height text boxes. We'll fix it.

Hi, In PTE AV Studio 12 we added a new Gradient map effect mode for a Mask container. You can create dynamic effects using a grayscale image (grayscale is the better term here). Download a demo project: Gradient map effect.zip Video example: Gradient map effect.mp4 Explanation how it works: Explanation_of_Gradient-map.mp4 1. Add a Mask Template. Choose Mask mode as "Gradient map". 2. We provided one preset "Spots" with customizable parameters. You can add a grayscale picture as a stencil for this effect. 3. Adjust the "Width %" parameter in the Properties for a Mask Container which controls the smoothness of edges. 4. Add the 2nd keyframe for a Mask container and change the Opacity parameter to create a dynamic animation. This effect works when the Opacity changes from 0% to 100% for a Mask container.

Hi Andrew, Can you send me the project (the full project archive in ZIP format)? A link in a personal message. I'll check the problem. I don't know your PC's specifications, but the project is likely too large due to large images (large pixel size). Alternative solution is to create a MP4 video, this will completely solve the problem.

Many thanks for your responses and first impressions of V12. Happy holidays!

Hi, In PTE AV Studio 12 we added a new speed modifier - "Instant". It allows you to achieve an instant change of any animation parameter between 2 keyframes (without smooth interpolation).You can apply it to Pan, Zoom, Rotate, Opacity and other animation parameters. If you have 2 keyframes, add the "Instant" modifier to the 1st keyframe. Download a demo project: Instant Animation.zip Video example: Instant Animation.mp4 Screenshot:

Hi, We wish you a Merry Christmas and Peaceful New Year! Warm regards, Igor,

New transitions added in PTE AV Studio 12: Spots, Rotating Linear Wipe, Push Smooth Click to play video sample: New Transitions in V12.mp4

I understand how important this option for you (dynamic random slide order). We removed this feature in 2013 (since version 8.0) for 2 main reasons: 1. Technical complexity - this option made it very difficult to add new features to PTE. It created problems with: - Project duration (when "Keep full slide duration" is enabled); - Audio files linked to slides; - Linked video clips; And possibly other issues. 2. Modern workflow - most users now create video files instead of EXE shows, and random order is not applicable for video files at all. As an alternative, we added a new command that randomly shuffles slides once when you edit a project. I understand this doesn't meet your needs, but unfortunately we can't bring back the old feature due to these technical limitations. I'd be interested to hear what other users think about this. P.S. I moved your original message to a new topic here.

Hi Mary, Thanks for your wishes and response! We haven't yet updated Sample Project for the new effects in V12. It will be done later before the final version. Hi Aleina, Thanks for your first impressions on PTE 12 Beta! We hope to add more new functions and effects before the final version. Try new built-in transition "Spots". It uses a new Gradient displacement map effect added in V12. You can recreate the same effect in a custom transition or slide style. We added a new preset/template for a mask stencil - "Spots" (when you choose "Gradient map" mode. Setting "Width %" parameter around 1-5 in the Mask container object you can reach more sharp edges of this effect. Also I recommend to try a new modifier in Animation speed > Instant. It disables smooth animation of parameter (Pan, Zoom, Rotate, etc) between 2 keyframes.

Hi, Please share your impressions of version 12.0 Beta. If you find any problem, please start a new topic for each one. Happy Christmas! Igor,