Coondraw User Guide

Welcome to Coondraw, a powerful drawing video tool that allows you to transform line art images into captivating drawing animations. This user guide will walk you through the features and functionalities of Coondraw, helping you create stunning drawing animations effortlessly.

Getting Started

  1. Selecting Input Image:
    • To begin, click on the "Browse" button in the "Select Input Image" section.
    • Choose your desired line art image (recommended) from your file system.
    • Once selected, the path to the image will be displayed in the input field.
  2. Adjusting Output Duration:
    • In the "Output Settings" section, adjust the output duration in seconds.
    • Use the entry field or the slider to set the desired duration of your drawing animation.
  3. Customizing Frames Per Second (FPS):
    • Select your preferred FPS value from the dropdown menu in the "Output Settings" section.
    • Choose from available options: 24, 30, 60, 120.
  4. Customizing Stroke Thickness:
    • In the "Sketch Settings" section, adjust the thickness of the strokes used in the drawing animation.
    • Use the entry field or the slider to set the desired stroke thickness.
  5. Changing Stroke and Background Color:
    • Click on the "Select" button in the "Sketch Settings" section to choose your preferred stroke color.
    • Similarly, click on the "Select" button in the "Background Color" section to choose the background color.
  6. Adjusting Thresholds for Detail Detection:
    • In the "Edge Detection Settings" section, adjust the low and high thresholds to enhance detail detection.
    • Lower values detect more details, while higher values provide smoother outlines.
  7. Adjusting Drawing Speed and Detailing:
    • Use the "Speed Factor" and "Point Factor" settings in the "Animation Settings" section to adjust the drawing speed and level of detail.
    • Experiment with these settings to achieve your desired drawing style.
  8. Enabling/Disabling Hand and Image Display:
    • In the "Tickmark Settings" section, toggle the checkboxes to enable or disable hand drawing and image display features.
    • Enable "Hand" to include a hand drawing effect in your animation.
    • Enable "Show Image" to reveal the original image at the end of the animation.
  9. Selecting Output Location:
    • Click on the "Browse" button in the "Output File Settings" section to choose the location where the output video file will be saved.
    • Choose a suitable location in your file system and provide a filename for the output video.

Additional Tips

Optimizing Parameters for Different Image Types:

Depending on the complexity and style of your input image, you may need to adjust various parameters to achieve the best output. Experiment with different settings combinations to find the optimal configuration for your specific image.

Previewing Output:

Before starting the drawing process, review your settings and ensure they meet your requirements. Make any necessary adjustments to enhance the quality of your animation.