Legacy Tools
The following tools are considered legacy since better alternatives are available within the application.
| Legacy Tools | Alternatives |
|---|---|
| GMask | GMask Tracer |
| Lens Distort | Lens Distortion |
| Optics | Glow and Matchbox shaders |
| Sparks | OpenFX |
| Text | Type |
Access Legacy Tools
By default, legacy tools do not appear in the Batch and Batch FX All Nodes bins. To use a legacy tool other than Sparks, enable Show Legacy Nodes in the Nodes bin's Gear menu.
Note: Legacy tools do not appear in the Search... widget when they are hidden in the nodes bins.
Setup Compatibility
Legacy tools are present in the Schematic view when setups and Batch Groups saved or archived in versions older than 2025 are loaded or restored. No attempt is made to convert the legacy tools to their newer alternatives.