If you have avoided using the Layer Blending box, you shouldn’t. It’s easy to use it… when you know and understand how it works. Check out how layer blending and the buffer help create this cool effect using the Text… Read More
NEW: Importing Package Sequence xLights 2021.5 FAST!
xLights 2021.5 enhancement! Import sequences from a Downloaded Package Sequence! Huge news, it is now easier than ever to import a sequence. Never again will you have to extract a package sequence, change directories, open render and save the sequence,… Read More
Exporting Models with Groups: UPGRADE in xLights 2021.4
New enhancement added into xLights V2021.4, now you can export and import into existing groups. Select the groups you want exported with the model and easily import a group into your layout. Have the groups setup? The model import adds… Read More
Convert the xLights Matrix Model to Allow for Unconventional Pixel Count and Controller Upload
Looking to create a matrix panel that you want to wire up with an unconventional, uneven, or customized pixel count per string port? This can be a problem for xLights because some models rely on the number of “strings” and… Read More
Sub Model Your Icicles to Add MORE effects
Did you know you can easily convert your pixel icicles into a roof outline? Using the Ordered Selection in the sub-model dialog, and create 2 models that can be sequenced separately.
xLights Preset Effect Preview Enhancement 2021
New in xLights 2021.2, preview of xLights Preset Effects! Check out the new enhancement!
Controller Output Labels: Create them in Tinkercad for 3D Printing
This is a little bit different video for the lighting hobby community. My controllers needed output labels on them, something I never did a few years back. I enjoy using my 3D printer, and thought I’d share how to created… Read More
2020 Preset Effects Update: Install and Extract xLights Effects.
Learn how to install as well as extract an xLights preset effect. Updated video.
January 2021 Webinar: xLights Greatest Hits for 2020
Join us for the 2021 January webinar: xLights 2020 greatest hits. In this video we’ll hit on 14 impressive additions to xLights over the past 12 months. Also, we’ll throw in a few bonus “honorable mentions” as well as some… Read More
Create and Import Sub Models (Mother of all Wreaths)
This video will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating a sub model for a wreath. If you have any high density pixel props, this is one way to take advantage of the programming abilities inside xLights. We also… Read More