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Tip #1793: Motion Generators Offer More Options

Larry Jordan – LarryJordan.com

Final Cut Generators are the most flexible Motion template.

A Final Cut Generator is the most flexible of the four Final Cut templates in Motion. While Effects, Transitions, and Titles have very specific functions, a Generator can be anything.

Use Generators to create animated backgrounds, bulleted text, visual effects… anything.

Final Cut Effects are always applied to a clip. Titles are always superimposed over the clip below it. Transitions blend between clips. Generators are standalone media clips which can be used in conjunction with other clips, or stand on their own.

If you have a specific use in mind, select Effect, Title or Transition. If you aren’t sure, Generators provide the widest variety of options.