# Animate

Animate mode lets you create simple animations from a base model.

Use keyframes or motion presets.

### Quick steps

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

#### Open Animate mode

Open a model.

Switch to **Animate**.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Add motion

* Describe in a text prompt how you'd like the character to move. 
* choose a preset (walk, rotate, float)
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Preview

Loop playback.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Export

Export a baked clip.

Common formats:

* FBX
* GLTF / GLB
  {% endstep %}
  {% endstepper %}

### Notes

* Baked export means the motion is saved into the file.
* Exact options depend on the export format.

<details>

<summary>Reviewer checklist</summary>

* Confirm the name of the Animate mode in the UI.
* Confirm which presets ship.
* Confirm supported export formats.
* Add a short GIF of the preview.

</details>


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