Importing an animation from Procreate to Procreate Dreams is a straightforward process using your iPad's multitasking features.
The most direct way to bring your Procreate animation into Procreate Dreams is by utilizing side-by-side view (Split View) on your iPad and dragging the project file.
Steps for Importing
Based on the reference provided, here's how you can import your animation:
- Open Apps in Side-by-Side View: Launch both Procreate and Procreate Dreams on your iPad and arrange them using Split View so they appear side-by-side on your screen.
- Locate Your Project: In Procreate, find the animation project you wish to import.
- Drag and Drop: Drag your entire Procreate project file from the Procreate side of the screen over to the Procreate Dreams side.
- Manage in Dreams: Once imported, your Procreate file will appear in Procreate Dreams. From there, you will be able to move the imported Procreate file within your Dreams timeline. You also have the option to ungroup layers or elements if needed.
As stated in the reference: "Just open them in side by-side. View and drag your whole procreate. Project file over to procreate dreams from there you'll be able to move your procreate. File you can also ungroup."
Understanding the Process
When you import a Procreate file this way, Procreate Dreams interprets the Procreate file's layers and timeline information, converting it into a format compatible with its own timeline structure. This allows you to continue working on or incorporating your Procreate animation within a Procreate Dreams project.
Why Import?
Importing allows artists to leverage the powerful drawing and painting tools of Procreate for creating frames or layered artwork, and then transition to Procreate Dreams for advanced animation features like keyframing, audio integration, and timeline editing.
Here's a quick look at what each app is primarily used for:
| App | Primary Use Case |
|---|---|
| Procreate | Digital Illustration, Painting, Simple Frame-by-Frame Animation |
| Procreate Dreams | Comprehensive Animation, Timeline Editing, Keyframing, Motion Graphics |
By importing, you combine the strengths of both applications.
