How to Create a Sprite Animation in Unity

Introduction

In this Unity tutorial, we will create a Sprite animation in Unity. We will be animating using Unity's bone system.

Step 1: Import your PNG File

Before any animation can be used in Unity, it must first be imported into your project. To do this, drag and drop your PNG file into the Unity project window.

Step 2: Create a New Animation Clip

Once your PNG file is imported, you need to create a new animation clip. To do this, go to the "Animation" menu and select "Create > Animation Clip."

Step 3: Add the PNG File to the Animation Clip

Next, you need to add the PNG file to the animation clip. To do this, drag and drop the PNG file onto the animation clip in the Unity editor.

Step 4: Set the Image Type

Once the PNG file is added to the animation clip, you need to set the image type. To do this, go to the "Inspector" window and select the "Image Type" dropdown menu. Select "Texture2D Sprite GUI" or "Whatever its called."

Step 5: Change the Sprite Type

Next, you need to change the sprite type. To do this, go to the "Sprite Type" dropdown menu and select "Single."

Step 6: Save the Animation Clip

Once you have made all of the necessary changes, you need to save the animation clip. To do this, go to the "File" menu and select "Save."

Step 7: Apply the Animation Clip to a GameObject

Finally, you need to apply the animation clip to a GameObject. To do this, drag and drop the animation clip onto the GameObject in the Unity editor.

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