Bake options in the Character Controls

The bake options in the Character Controls > Bake menu update according to the selected source.

Note: HumanIK baking must be initiated from the Character Controls. Selecting Edit > Keys > Bake Simulation to bake HumanIK characters is not recommended.

Tip: Select the option box beside each bake option to edit the Bake Simulation Options before baking.

The following table provides an overview of the bake options:

Character State	Available bake options
	Bake Skeleton: Bakes the Full Body or Body Part skeleton animation on itself.
	Bake To Skeleton: Bakes the Full Body Control rig animation to the skeleton. Note: When you bake to the skeleton, the character’s Control rig is automatically disabled.
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