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nurmandev/matrix_rain
Remotion template for the video built with matrix animation
Matrix Rain Remotion Template
This project is a Remotion template specifically designed for creating a Matrix digital rain animation.
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๐ Getting Started
Prerequisites
- Node.js installed
npmorpnpm
Installation
npm installDevelopment
To open the Remotion Studio and preview the animation:
npm startRendering
To render the video to an MP4 file:
npm run build๐ Project Structure
src/components/MatrixRain.tsx: The core component that handles the Canvas-based Matrix rain logic.src/Root.tsx: The entry point where the video compositions are registered.src/Composition/: Contains the main scene layouts.
๐ ๏ธ Customization
You can customize the Matrix effect by editing src/components/MatrixRain.tsx. Key parameters include:
fontSize: The size of the characters.characters: The string of characters used in the rain (Katakana, Latin, numbers, and symbols).speed: The falling speed of each column.opacity: The trail effect intensity.
๐ฝ๏ธ Features
- Dynamic Canvas Rendering: Optimized for performance using the HTML5 Canvas API within the Remotion lifecycle.
- Randomized Drops: Each column of characters falls at a unique speed and starts at a unique offset.
- Support for Special Characters: Includes Japanese Katakana for that authentic Matrix feel.
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Created January 22, 2026
Updated February 1, 2026
