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Random: 0.0 to 1.0 (Expression Function Reference)

The Function Random Random: 0.0 to 1.0 command in the expression editor inserts the token rand_0_1([<seed>]) at the insertion point in the editing pane. This token generates a random number between 0.0 and 1.0 at each frame. Replace the dummy argument as follows:

[<seed>]

Replace with an expression for a seed value used to sow the random number generator. This argument is optional.

If you supply a seed, pseudo-random numbers are generated for each frame. These numbers are the same each time you play back the scene.

If you do not supply a seed, the generated values are closer to being truly random. However, they will be different each time you play back the scene.

Example 1

rand_0_1()

Generates a random number between 0.0 and 1.0 at each frame. The sequence is different each time you play the scene back.

Example 2

randBool(17)

Generates a random number between 0.0 and 1.0 at each frame. The sequence is the same each time you play the scene back.