Autodesk Toxik was an interactive
node
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Node may refer to:
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* Vertex (graph theory), a vertex in a mathematical graph
* Vertex (geometry), a point where two or more curves, line ...
based, film
compositing
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solution developed by
Autodesk Media and Entertainment
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as a single operating segment and rep ...
, a subsidiary of
Autodesk, Inc.
History
Autodesk Toxic is a film compositing software first released in 2007.
Features
Autodesk Toxik includes several features such as collaboration-based workflows, dynamic
page zooming
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(that allows faster processing when working with larger video formats), a paint module, a motion path animation, and a "Master Keyer" module. Toxik is based on modules: small extensions that allow Toxik to be adaptive. All modules were installed in Toxik 2008 by default because the module selection system in Toxik 2007 was inefficient.
Current Status
Toxik was integrated in
Autodesk Maya
Autodesk Maya, commonly shortened to just Maya ( ), is a 3D computer graphics application that runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, originally developed by Alias and currently owned and developed by Autodesk. It is used to create assets for interac ...
in 2010 under the name Composite. It is now free but discontinued.
Media & Entertainment Resource Center > Autodesk Toxik > Overview
Accessed October 24, 2010
References
External links
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Compositing software