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Want to make your Pixel Poles and Exploding Stars look more like real fireworks?
In this week's Twinkle Tips Friday, I'll show you how to use the Morph and Shockwave effects in xLights to create an exciting launch-and-burst animation. Best of all, these effects are easy to set up and work great when applied to a group model.
Whether you're building a Fourth of July display or just want to add more excitement to your sequences, this quick tip can make a big difference.
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