OpenToonz is a feature-rich, open-source 2D animation software designed for professional and independent animators alike. It supports the full animation pipeline, from efficient sequence scanning compatible with the TWAIN standard to both raster and vector digital drawing, offering robust tools for frame-by-frame animation. The platform incorporates advanced timeline and onion-skinning features, automated in-betweening to speed up animation production, a powerful FX engine for applying artistic and image-based effects, and highly customizable color palette management, allowing instant updates across scenes. OpenToonz also enables scene management, layer manipulation, and smooth import/export with other creative tools such as Krita, Photoshop, and FFmpeg for multimedia integration. Its extensible architecture, frequent updates, and active community ensure adaptability and access to the latest animation techniques, making OpenToonz a versatile choice for everything from independent projects to studio-level productions.
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Efficient sequence number scanningFour types of scanning (black & white, color, with or without binarization)Save and reuse scanning settingsTWAIN standard compatibility for scannersFrame-by-frame animation supportAutomated inbetweeningOnion skinningVector and raster drawing toolsCustomizable brushes and paint toolsIndexed color palettesInstant palette color updates across scenesPowerful FX engine for effects and compositingScene and layer managementTimeline with color filtersMain window see-through modeFlip and rotate toolbar shortcutsFunction editor/curve editorPython scripting and automationAudio recording and editing integrationMulti-format audio and video export (with FFmpeg)Direct PSD import and exportImage pasting and manipulationPlug-in and extension supportCross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux).FAQsHelp DeskEmailCloud, SaaS, Web-BasedDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsOn-Premise - LinuxMobile - AndroidMobile - iPhoneDesktop - Linux
