Is it possible to add a new animation clip to a model (which uses a Generic rig and animator controller?)

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Unity’s documentation is a bit vague on whether this is possible. I also checked the forums and the first couple results had no definite answers.

  • I created a clip in the Animation curve editor (for the specific model I selected.)

  • I tried creating an animator controller for the model, then dragging the clip in.

The editor said that the animation "is not retargetable," and recommended that I set up muscle definition. However, this is a generic rig and the options for muscles are not presented. What is the issue there?

  • I’d like to take advantage of the state machine, so I’d rather not use the legacy animation system.

  • As an alternative approach, is it possible to add animation clips to a model “just after” importing it?

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Hi, I believe my extension Skele could help you make/modify animation for skinned characters, and you could choose to work with Mecanim or legacy.

For example, you could make a facial animation right in the Unity Editor: Video Link;

You could find out more info and videos in the Forum.