Renaming drawings in Toon Boom Harmony allows you to organize your animation project effectively. You can rename drawings using a few different methods directly within the software.
Here are the primary ways to rename a drawing in Toon Boom Harmony, based on the provided information:
Methods to Rename a Drawing
You can rename a selected drawing element in Harmony through the main menu, a convenient keyboard shortcut, or dedicated buttons in the Timeline or Xsheet views.
1. Using the Drawing Menu
One straightforward method is to access the command directly from Harmony's top menu bar:
- Navigate to the Drawing menu.
- Select the Rename Drawing option.
This action will typically open a dialogue box where you can type the new name for your selected drawing exposure.
2. Using a Keyboard Shortcut
For a quicker workflow, you can use a keyboard shortcut:
- Press [Ctrl] + [D] if you are using Windows or Linux.
- Press [⌘] + [D] if you are using Mac OS X.
This shortcut performs the same action as selecting the option from the Drawing menu, prompting you to enter the new name.
3. Using Toolbar Buttons
Harmony also provides dedicated buttons in the Timeline and Xsheet views for renaming drawings. These buttons are usually found among the "extra buttons" in the respective view's toolbar:
- Look for and click the Rename Drawing button in the toolbar of the Timeline View.
- Alternatively, click the Rename Drawing button in the toolbar of the Xsheet View.
This method is useful if you prefer using on-screen interface elements rather than menus or shortcuts.
Here's a summary table of the methods:
| Method | Steps | Platform/Location |
|---|---|---|
| Menu | Go to Drawing > Rename Drawing | Harmony Stage Top Menu |
| Keyboard Shortcut | Press [Ctrl] + [D] or [⌘] + [D] | Windows/Linux or Mac OS X |
| Toolbar Button | Click the Rename Drawing button | Timeline View Toolbar |
| Toolbar Button | Click the Rename Drawing button | Xsheet View Toolbar |
Utilizing these methods helps maintain a clear and organized project, making it easier to identify and manage your drawing assets throughout the animation process.
