How do I start building my layout? This series will walk you through some of the steps of creating your first xLights layout. If you already have a layout and are adding more to it for next year, make sure… Read More
Where Did My xLights Flip and Turn Custom Models Button Go?
Through the years of development , xLights has grown and matured. However, the challenge with software growth causes changes in the way the development team thinks about solving coding and programming problems. Today’s lesson is the case of the missing… Read More
xLights Color Manager
Inside the Settings menu of the xLights software is a very powerful option. For those who have issues with seeing certain colors, there is a way to totally customize your sequencing screen. You can even export and import other color… Read More
Batch Rendering your xLights Sequences for Showtime
BATCH RENDERING YOUR XLIGHTS SEQUENCES FOR SHOWTIME SEQUENCE OPTIMIZATION AND MORE! Formerly a separate executable file that was found in XLights’ folder. The Batch Render tool is now an integral part of XLights’ tools menu. This amazing video isn’t just… Read More
HOME LAYOUT DESIGN… CONTINUED FROM THE INTRO…
There’s so much to help you up your game and hobby in this detailed hands-on video tutorial. Including cost implications, where to start, and other details… You will learn about: – Home Design Basics – Beginner Pixel Counts – Project… Read More
Dock All Edit Boxes and Create Perspectives
DOCK ALL EDIT BOXES AND CREATE PERSPECTIVES TROUBLESHOOT WITH EASE In this video, you will learn some important functionality and exploits that you can perform with XLights. And if perhaps you find that when you open Xlights in a different… Read More
Timing DClick Mode and Sequence Setup
This video walks through a simple setup for sequencing I use. Typically I try to break down the song when I start via the chorus, verses, and musical interludes. This helps me concentrate on specific areas when sequencing. It is… Read More
Fix Red images, videos, and shader effects!
Having trouble seeing images when importing a sequence? Look no further! This is the easiest way to edit where a sequences images are located. Use the bulk edit function to point your images to a different folder location.
VU Meter Updates for xLights 2019
If you haven’t used the VU Meter effect in xLights recently, you may not know about the amazing additions! The most recent updates to xLights over the last 2 weeks have seen some cool new features in the VU Effect.… Read More
THE LINE EFFECT
Learn how to create basic line effects that are comparable to the Windows early screensaver images. You will also discover how you can easily create your desired line effects from the various sliders and configurations such as: – Lines – … Read More