Ken Burns Media Gallery / Slideshow

Introduction to the Ken Burns Media Gallery/Slideshow

The Ken Burns Media Gallery, also known as the Ken Burns Slideshow, is a powerful tool in Adobe Animate (formerly Flash) that allows you to create a visually engaging and dynamic slideshow with your media assets. Named after the famous documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, this feature enables you to add a professional touch to your presentations, videos, and interactive projects. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of using the Ken Burns Media Gallery to create a stunning slideshow.

Prerequisites

Before starting this tutorial, make sure you have:

1. Adobe Animate (formerly Flash) installed on your computer.
2. A basic understanding of Animate's interface and fundamental concepts.
3. Your media assets (images, videos, or audio files) ready to use.

Tutorial: Creating a Ken Burns Media Gallery/Slideshow

Step 1: Create a New Project

1. Launch Adobe Animate and create a new project by selecting "File" > "New" > "Flash File (ActionScript 3.0)".
2. Choose a project name, set the dimensions, and select the desired frame rate.

Step 2: Import Your Media Assets

1. Go to the "Library" panel (located at the bottom of the screen) and click on the "Import" button.
2. Select the media assets you want to use for your slideshow. You can import images, videos, or audio files.
3. Once imported, you can organize your assets in the Library panel by creating folders or using the "Tags" feature.

Step 3: Create a New Timeline

1. In the "Timeline" panel (located at the top of the screen), click on the "Create a new timeline" button.
2. Name your timeline (e.g., "Slideshow") and set the duration to the desired length of your slideshow.

Step 4: Add Media Assets to the Timeline

1. Drag and drop your media assets from the Library panel onto the Timeline panel.
2. Arrange the assets in the order you want them to appear in your slideshow.

Step 5: Set Up the Ken Burns Effect

1. Select the first media asset on the Timeline and go to the "Effects" panel (located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Click on the "Ken Burns" button and select "Media Gallery" from the dropdown menu.
3. In the "Ken Burns Media Gallery" window, adjust the settings as desired:
   • "Duration": Set the length of time each media asset will be displayed.
   • "Transition": Choose the transition effect between media assets (e.g., fade, slide, or dissolve).
   • "Randomize": Enable this option to randomize the order of your media assets.

Step 6: Add Transitions and Animations

1. To add transitions and animations to your slideshow, use the "Transitions" and "Animations" panels (located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Select the media asset and use the "Transitions" panel to add effects like fade, slide, or dissolve between media assets.
3. Use the "Animations" panel to add custom animations to your media assets (e.g., zoom, pan, or rotate).

Step 7: Customize the Slideshow

1. Use the "Properties" panel (located at the bottom of the screen) to customize the appearance of your slideshow:
   • "Background": Set the background color or image.
   • "Text": Add text overlays or captions to your slideshow.
   • "Sound": Add background music or sound effects to your slideshow.

Step 8: Publish Your Slideshow

1. Once you're satisfied with your slideshow, go to "File" > "Publish" to export it as a SWF file or HTML5 canvas.
2. Choose the desired export settings and options (e.g., quality, compression, and file format).

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created a Ken Burns Media Gallery/Slideshow using Adobe Animate. With this powerful tool, you can add a professional touch to your presentations, videos, and interactive projects. Experiment with different settings and effects to create unique and engaging slideshows that captivate your audience.