Unveiling the Secrets of Tournament Bracket Filter!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Downloading the Assets
3. Importing the Graphics
4. Importing the AR Block
5. Placing the Textures
6. Setting up the Placeholder Picture
7. Adjusting the Filter Settings
8. Exploring the Block Code
9. Conclusion

Creating a Tournament Filter for Instagram Using Spark AR Studio

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating a tournament filter for Instagram using Spark AR Studio. With this tutorial, you will learn how to download the necessary assets, import graphics, set up textures, adjust filter settings, and explore the block code involved.

Introduction

Creating engaging filters for Instagram has become a popular way to connect with a wider audience and express creativity. With the help of Spark AR Studio, you can easily create interactive and customizable filters, such as a tournament filter, that users can enjoy and share.

Downloading the Assets

Before we begin creating the tournament filter, it's essential to download all the assets required for this project. The assets include graphics and a tournament block, which streamline the filter creation process. To download the assets, simply access the description of this tutorial video and click on the provided download link. Once downloaded, locate the folder and unzip it to access the assets.

Importing the Graphics

The next step is to import the graphics into your Spark AR project. The assets folder contains all the necessary graphics required to create the filter, but you can also use your own personalized graphics if desired. Ensure that all the graphics are in a square format, preferably 1024 by 1024 pixels. To import the graphics, select all the textures and drag and drop them into the assets panel of your Spark AR project.

Importing the AR Block

To simplify the process of creating the tournament filter, we have provided an AR block specifically designed for this purpose. Access the downloaded folder, navigate to the tournament block folder, and then drag and drop the "tournament.ar" block into the assets panel. This will make the tournament block available for use in our project.

Placing the Textures

Now, let's ensure that the imported textures are properly placed to be displayed within the filter. By clicking on the tournament block we just imported into our scene, a list of inputs will appear on the right-hand side. Assign each texture to its respective input, following the naming convention from "texture 1" to "texture 16." Additionally, assign the placeholder and oil textures accordingly. This step ensures that all the graphics will be correctly displayed within the filter.

Setting up the Placeholder Picture

To complete the filter setup, we need to address the placeholder picture. Select the tournament block and navigate to the right-hand side of the screen. Under the placeholder section, select the placeholder texture. This will ensure that the question marks appear in the correct location within the filter. Additionally, you can use your own graphics in this section to personalize the filter further.

Adjusting the Filter Settings

Now that the filter is almost complete, we can fine-tune its settings to enhance the overall experience. The tournament block offers various options for customization. For example, you can adjust the scale of the face selection, the scale of the tournament items, the position of the tournament, and the position of the face selection. Experiment with different values to find the desired visual effect. Additionally, there's an option for intro animation, which adds a gradual fade-in effect to the filter. It's recommended to leave this option enabled for a visually appealing result.

Exploring the Block Code

If you're interested in understanding how the tournament block is coded or want to make specific modifications to the filter, you can access the block's code. Simply go to the assets panel, double-click on the block, and another Spark AR window will open, displaying the code involved in creating the block. Feel free to explore and make changes as needed. Just remember to save the block after making any modifications.

Conclusion

With the completion of these steps, your tournament filter using Spark AR Studio is ready to go. You can now play and test the filter to ensure its functionality and visual appeal. By following this tutorial, you've learned how to download assets, import graphics, set up textures, adjust filter settings, and explore block code. Have fun creating unique and engaging filters for your Instagram audience using Spark AR Studio!