It is possible to change the animated content in Airplay (TV) session to add your own animations. This has a wide range of uses, such as creating a thematic event, or use your own branding image. Learn how to do it in a few simple steps:
Setting it up
Step 1: Preparing the ZIP
Download the example ZIP file using the 'Download demo ZIP file' button.
Extract the ZIP file on your computer and open the folder.
Delete all the folders of the animations that you don't want to replace.
Step 2: Animations replacement
Open a folder of an animation that you want to change.
Replace all files of the animation in the folder. Make sure the naming of the new files is the same as in the original folder.
Change more folders in the same manner. Make sure that the amount of files/frames remains the same.
Select all folder(s) and create a ZIP file from it/them. Name the ZIP file 'externalanimations'.
Step 3: Transfer your ZIP to your device (optional)
Upload the ZIP file to Google Drive, Dropbox, or similar cloud services.
Send a link of the ZIP file to the iPhone or iPad using your preferred method.
Click the link on the iPhone or iPad to download the ZIP file.
Step 4: Set up in your event
If you skipped Step 3, skip the next step, and add your file from the website.
If step 3 is done, open Touchpix app and go to 'settings' in the upper left corner.
Go to the 'Show Session', 'Slideshow', or 'Show Both' / 'Custom Animations' and tap "Selected File".
Add the 'externalanimations.zip' file
Troubleshooting
Here are some tips to take into account for troubleshooting:
If the animations do not work properly after adding them, changes can always be reverted by tapping on 'default animations'
Adding animations can be very fragile, and cause issues if not done correct. Make sure to follow the steps precisely.
Confirm that the animations size, resolution and file extensions are correct and equal to the original demo ZIP file