To make a Roblox animation, start by opening Roblox Studio and ensure you have a character to animate. Access the Animation Editor by navigating to the Avatar tab and clicking on it. The editor will appear at the bottom of your screen, ready for use.
Next, create a character rig by using the Rig Builder in the Avatar tab. Choose the rig type (R15 or R6) and select the body shape, either masculine or feminine. For common animating needs, select the block Avatar option.
Now, set up the animation by selecting the rig and opening the Animation Editor. Name your animation and click Create. Use keyframes to define the poses of your animation. These keyframes will help you set specific points in your animation timeline.
Create poses using the Rotate and Move tools to adjust the rig as needed. Start with a neutral pose, then create additional poses like crouching or leaping. Store each pose’s information using keyframes, which will help in setting the animation flow.
Finish your animation by copying the keyframes from the first pose and pasting them at the end to create a loop. Make any necessary adjustments and toggle Looping on. Finally, export your animation by clicking the Export button in the Animation Editor. Follow the prompts and submit your animation, then copy the animation ID for scripting use.
Script your animation by creating a script in the workspace and adding the animation ID to play the animation in your game. This will ensure your animation runs smoothly within Roblox.