If you have been in the hobby for 3 or more years, you can expect to collect a number of props and controllers as your show grows. But, as more new props are created and made available, you may find… Read More
PPD Webinar: Testing with xLights Part 3 – Import and Create Models
This is part 3 of the June 2021 PPD Webinar for testing your models. In this section we’ll add 5 different models, using 4 different methods: Model Download, Model Import, using a standard xLights model, or Importing from a Different… Read More
PPD Webinar: Testing with xLights Part 2 – Add Controllers into xLights
This is part 2 of the June 2021 PPD Webinar for testing your models. This sections walk you though how to add a controller to the new Controller tab by using the “add ethernet” or “discover” buttons.
Differences Between Original and Pro Layout
This page discusses the Differences between Pro and Original PPD Layouts Both layouts are setup to work with group sequencing. Your needs may vary depending on how many props you have in your display. If you’re just starting out, our… Read More
March 2021 Webinar: File Structures and Multiple Holidays using xLights
This is a 2 part video series for folks who plan to have multiple holiday shows. Scroll down for the second video Part 1: The first video walks you through an introduction and understanding of xLights file structures. You’ll learn… Read More
Text Effect with Background Layering
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
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.