Question 1

What is Cartwheel?

Accepted Answer

**Cartwheel** is a game-changer for animators, whether you're working on videos, games, 3D projects, films, ads, or social media. It’s all about making character animation **fast, easy, and fun**—no fancy skills required. Just upload, click, and watch your characters come to life.

Question 2

What are the features of Cartwheel?

Accepted Answer

* **Drive 3D characters with video**: Turn any reference video into smooth 3D animation—no extra cameras or gear needed.  
* **Mix and blend motions**: Combine different animations seamlessly to create complex, natural-looking movements.  
* **Create or upload characters**: Start from scratch with text descriptions or bring your own 3D models—they’ll be rigged and ready to go.  
* **Mobile-friendly**: Yep, you can even animate on your phone.  
* **Your work, your rules**: Everything you upload stays yours—secure and deletable anytime.

Question 3

What are the use cases of Cartwheel?

Accepted Answer

* **Game devs**: Quickly prototype character movements.  
* **Filmmakers**: Add lifelike animations to indie projects.  
* **Social media creators**: Spice up posts with animated characters.  
* **Ad agencies**: Craft eye-catching ads faster.

Question 4

How to use Cartwheel?

Accepted Answer

1. **Sign up free**—no credit card needed.  
2. Upload a video or pick a character (yours or one from the platform).  
3. Adjust settings, blend motions, and hit render.  
4. Download or share your animation.

Question 5

Can I use Cartwheel on my phone?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! It works in any mobile browser.

Question 6

Who owns the animations I create?

Accepted Answer

You do. Everything you upload is yours—delete it whenever.

Question 7

Does it work with custom 3D models?

Accepted Answer

Yep! Upload your own rigged character or use Cartwheel’s tools to prep it.