Customizing a gradient generator

Gradients are fun and easy to use. Some gradients in Motion can be applied to different types of objects. We can apply gradients to shapes, text, particles, and a variety of different objects to create cool looks. We can create other gradients from scratch. To do this, we need to generate the gradient.

How to do it...

1. Launch Motion. Set the Preset to Broadcast HD 720p, Frame Rate to NTSC-DV, 29.97, and Duration to 10 seconds. Press OK.

2. Click on the Library tab. Go to the Generators category. There are several generators for you to choose from. Choose Gradient and click Apply. Go to the Window menu and choose Show HUD, if it's not already showing. Use the following screenshot for reference:

   

3. A great place to start customizing your gradient is by looking at the various presets that ship with Motion. Next to the word Gradient is an icon. Click it to reveal the gradient presets and select any random one. I choose Dusk as shown here:

   

4. Set Type to Radial. Press the I...