Freeware Tools: Web Cartoon Maker 1.5

Would you like to make animated cartoons but do not know how to go about it? If your answer is yes, then Web Cartoon Maker is a suitable tool for you. The concept of this free animation software was started in 2010 when it was initially designed as a simple online tool to help people add animation to their cartoon designs easily. However, it has now evolved into a complete stand-alone desktop program that does not rely on Web scripts and compilers. Basically, you just need to input the right scripts into the software to create a variety of animations, including winking, walking and talking.

Installing the application is a straightforward operation that does not take too much to complete. Simply follow the instructions on the screen and the process is over in no time.

Despite relying on a programming language to create animations Web Cartoon Maker is designed for beginners so having a user-friendly interface is a pre-requisite.

There aren’t any options to set up and the most important function is compiling the code. This is achieved quite fast and should there be any trouble along the way it lists the problem and points the user to the line that needs modifications.

Being aimed at novices, the program includes a tutorial that takes you through the steps for learning the ropes. It is based on examples that feature explanations before each instruction.

The end result should be familiarization with using the objects (text and images), coordinates and learning how to move them to different positions. Also, it teaches how to play sounds, synchronize actions, creating and modifying characters.

If all the code is correct, the next step is compiling it and checking the resulting animation in the built-in video player. The options available enable you to run and stop the compiled movie, clearing the cache and exporting it in AVI format.

Web Cartoon Maker is aimed at beginner users and there are no complicated settings. The tutorial projects are easy to understand and can be a good start for creating your own videos. Support for vector graphics ensures that the quality of the cartoons is not affected regardless of the resizing values.