Pencilrig
Introduction
Welcome to PencilRig - the go-to Blender add-on that seamlessly bridges Grease Pencil layers with Armature bones. This tool is designed to make animators' lives easier by automating the linking process and simplifying the entire workflow.Installation
- Download the PencilRig add-on from the Blender Market.
- In Blender, go to
Edit > Preferences
. - In the Preferences window, click on
Add-ons
thenInstall
. - Navigate to where you saved the downloaded add-on and select it.
- Enable the PencilRig add-on by checking the box next to its name.
Getting Started
Choose Your Objects:
- In the 3D view, navigate to the PencilRig panel.
- Use the dropdown menus to select your Grease Pencil and Armature objects.
Manage Layers:
- Within the PencilRig panel, you'll find a list view of your Grease Pencil layers.
- Easily select individual layers or use the select/deselect all options.
- Use the search function to quickly locate specific layers.
Linking/Unlinking:
- Once you've selected your layers, simply hit the "Link" button to connect them with their corresponding Armature bones.
- If you wish to remove the connection, use the "Unlink" button.
Tips and Tricks
- Ensure that your Grease Pencil layers and Armature bones share the same names to enable automatic linking.
- Make use of the search function to swiftly navigate through a large number of layers.
- Regularly check for updates to ensure optimal performance and access to new features.
Troubleshooting
Issue: "No Grease Pencil object selected" error.
Solution: Ensure that a Grease Pencil object is selected in the dropdown menu before attempting to link.Issue: "No Armature object selected" error.
Solution: Ensure that an Armature object is selected in the dropdown menu before linking.