lockedat

lockedat refers to a specific feature or setting found in certain software applications, most commonly within the realm of 3D modeling and animation. It dictates how a camera or object behaves when it is instructed to "look at" or orient itself towards a target point or another object.

When the "lockedat" function is active, the subject object's rotation is constrained. Instead of rotating freely on all axes, its orientation is continuously adjusted to ensure it is always facing the designated target. This can be particularly useful for tasks like keeping a camera focused on a character as they move, or ensuring a prop always maintains its gaze on a specific point in a scene.

The implementation of "lockedat" can vary. In some software, it might be a direct setting applied to a camera or object. In others, it could be achieved through constraint systems or specific scripting. The primary benefit of using lockedat is to simplify the animation process, allowing animators to focus on other aspects of motion rather than manually keyframing constant adjustments for a looking behavior. It automates a repetitive and often tedious task.