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: Designed to update presets referenced in effects and chasers live, reducing the need for multiple color-specific effects. Multi-Step Support grandma2 color picker plugin
To understand the necessity of the color picker plugin, one must first understand the native limitations of the grandMA2 environment regarding color. Out of the box, the console relies heavily on encoder wheels and a channel sheet for attribute control. To create a specific shade of lavender, for example, a programmer must mentally calculate the percentages of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow required, scrolling through encoders or typing in specific values. This method is mathematical and linear, whereas the artistic process of lighting design is visual and organic. The native "Color Picker" window in grandMA2 is functional but often lacks the speed and visual fidelity required for high-pressure live environments. It presents the user with a limited color wheel that can be difficult to navigate with a mouse or console trackball, often resulting in a disjointed workflow that pulls the programmer out of the creative "flow state." With one fluid swipe of his finger across