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Display Only Elements at Pause Point in Storyline 360 Timeline
When the timeline is paused during preview or editing, only the elements that are active at that specific point should be displayed, rather than showing all elements on the timeline.
Why it matters:
- Provides an accurate visual representation of what learners will see at that exact moment.
- Reduces confusion when working with complex slides containing multiple layers and timed objects.
- Makes it easier to fine-tune design and alignment without distractions from future or past elements.
Implementation approach:
- Modify the timeline preview behaviour so that pausing hides elements not yet visible or already finished.
- Add a toggle option for developers who prefer the current behaviour (show all elements).
- Ensure compatibility with layers, states, and triggers.
Benefits for users:
- Improves precision in designing time-sensitive interactions.
- Enhances workflow efficiency for developers working on detailed animations or transitions.
Is this different from toggling Timeline Visualization? There's an icon for it in the top right of the timeline panel, but it can also be toggled using Ctrl-H.
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Is this different from toggling Timeline Visualization? There's an icon for it in the top right of the timeline panel, but it can also be toggled using Ctrl-H.
Thank you, Honey I've never seen that toggle. Bless you!
MeeraLynn-UK​ : As HoneyTurner​ said, that is what the Timeline Visualization option does.
The button is on the top right of the Timeline panel.
When editing with Timeline Visualization off, every object on the slide is shown.
When editing with Timeline Visualization on, you only see the objects that would be visible to the user at the playhead's point.
