You can preview an animation in Blender by using the Viewport Render Animation function, which processes your animation frames into a playable preview.
Steps to Preview Your Animation in Blender
One straightforward method to preview your animation directly within the Blender viewport is by utilizing the Viewport Render Animation feature. This process allows Blender to analyze and generate a temporary preview sequence of your animation, enabling real-time playback.
Based on the provided reference, here are the steps:
- Navigate to the View menu at the top of the Blender interface.
- From the dropdown menu, select Viewport Render Animation.
(Illustration based on the reference pointing to the Viewport Render Animation option)
Once selected, Blender will begin processing each frame of your animation within the viewport. This puts Blender into a "preview mode" where it analyzes all frames. The purpose of this analysis is to allow you to play back your animation smoothly and in real time, getting a quick visual check of timing, movement, and scene dynamics without performing a full final render.
This method is particularly useful for checking animation pacing and general look before committing to a potentially time-consuming final render.
Key Benefit: Allows for quick, real-time playback of your animation sequence directly within the viewport after processing.
