User`s guide

Chapter 10
Using Spline Media
A powerful feature of Avid FX is the ability to create, import, and edit vector-based
media. Spline object and primitive media allow you to accomplish these tasks
including converting text characters to spline objects in order to edit and animate.
• Working with Spline Object Media on page 521
• Working with the Spline Primitive Media Type on page 546
• Editing Spline Object and Spline Primitive Media on page 549
• Converting Still Image Files into Vectors on page 556
Working with Spline Object Media
Spline object media lets you to create, animate and edit shapes composed of splines or
paths. It offers many options for drawing custom splines.
You should use the 3D Plane or 3D Line Art shape to create two dimensional forms or
use the 3D Extrusion shape to extrude the spline, creating a three-dimensional object.
Setting Spline Options
To set spline options:
1. Select Window > Show Spline Palette .
2. The Options Palette opens to the Spline tab.