Pivot Animator Stick Library -
The Pivot Animator Stick Library (officially the STK Library) is a centralized, free online repository of custom-made stick figures, objects, and effects designed for use in the Pivot Animator software. It allows animators to bypass the manual creation process by downloading pre-built "STK" files created by the global community. Core Library Features
- Stickman (the classic)
- Thick man
- Girl stick figure
- Dog / animal base
- Sword figure
- Gun figure
- Simple dragon / bird
Step 3: Add Optional "Extras"
- Use the Add Shape Tool (circle, rectangle, line) to attach weapons, hats, or capes. These shapes become part of the stick figure skeleton.
- Warning: Too many shapes increase file size and can slow down animation.
How to create a stick for the library
- Open Pivot Animator and create a new figure or edit an existing one.
- Adjust bone lengths and joint positions to define proportions.
- Set colors for lines, joints, and fill (if using filled shapes).
- Add image attachments (e.g., head sprites, weapons) and position them relative to bones.
- Save the figure: File > Save Figure As… → choose a .stk filename.
- Organize multiple .stk files into a folder and compress if sharing.
Pivot will show these as collapsible categories in the library panel. pivot animator stick library
Problem 1: "My figure saves, but the joints are disconnected."
Solution: You likely had a segment selected (yellow highlight) instead of the entire figure. Ensure you are in Create Mode and click the root joint once to turn all joints red (meaning the whole figure is selected), then click the green plus. The Pivot Animator Stick Library (officially the STK
The Pivot Animator Stick Library is a comprehensive collection of pre-made stick figures and props that users can utilize in their animations. The library includes a wide range of characters, objects, and accessories, all designed to be easily imported into Pivot Animator. The Stick Library is a valuable resource for animators, as it saves time and effort by providing a vast array of pre-created assets that can be used to populate animations. Stickman (the classic) Thick man Girl stick figure
The Figure Builder: If you can't find the perfect stick figure in a library, you can edit existing ones or build your own by clicking the Edit button (pencil icon) in the figure controls. This opens the Figure Builder, where you can add circles and lines to create complex characters or even sprites.