# Creating Cycles

Animation cycles are a key technique in the reuse of work and file size management.

The Create Cycles command simplifies the process of labelling cells in the exposure sheet to create cycles.

You can create animation cycles in the Exposure Sheet window or in the Timeline window.

To create cycles from a section of cells:

1. Select the cells that contain the drawings in the cycle.

- In the Exposure Sheet window, press [Shift] and select the range of cells.
- In the Timeline window, press [Option] and select the range of cells.

2. Select Element > Cell > Create Cycle. The Create Cycle dialog box opens.

3. In Number of Cycles field, type the number of cycles you want to create, including the cycle you have selected.

See Also
Cutting, Copying and Pasting Cells
Changing the Timing (Exposure) of Drawings and Images
Exposure Sheet and Timeline Windows
Creating Advanced Cycles