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README.md

Tinyblast Plugin v2.0.0-beta

Tinyblast is a custom playblast tool for Maya, designed to offer more flexible control over the output format, codec, and playblast settings than the default Maya playblast options.

New in v2.0.0-beta

  • Removed the button from the Playblast Options window.
  • Created a new custom window that contains options to choose the file format and codec.
  • Added playblast options such as:
    • Quality slider
    • Resolution scalar
    • Frame padding

Known Limitations

  • Windows Only: This release is optimized for Maya’s .avi file output on Windows. Future versions may extend support to other platforms and formats.
  • Uncompressed AVI Temporary File: Tinyblast relies on Maya’s built-in playblast function, which still generates an uncompressed .avi file before converting it to the other format. This .avi file is temporary and will be deleted by Maya after a few minutes.

Known Issues

  • The .mov format currently does not work with the DNxHD, DNxHR, or ProRes codecs.

Installation

  1. Download and install Tinyblast.
  2. Load the Plugin in Maya:
    • Navigate to Windows > Settings/Preferences > Plug-in Manager.
    • If Tinyblast.py is not listed, click Browse and locate the Tinyblast.py file.
    • Check the Loaded box to enable the plugin.
    • (Optional) Check Auto-load to automatically load the plugin every time Maya starts.
  3. Access the Playblast Options window in Maya.

How to Use

The plugin creates a custom shelf called Tinyblast in Maya with a button that opens the Tinyblast Options window where you can choose settings and create a playblast. Use Tinyblast as you would the regular Maya playblast.

Future Plans

  • Further improvements to format and codec compatibility.
  • Adding more formats and codecs if needed.
  • Refining the UI for easier access and use.

Requirements

  • Maya (tested on Maya 2025, but should work with any version that supports the same OpenMaya plugin version).
  • FFmpeg bundled with the plugin.