Random Rotation in Steps

[smckenzie]

How can I randomize the rotation of objects in a cloner 360 deg but in steps of 90 deg?

[Dr. Sassi]

Hi smckenzie,

The Random Field produces values between 0-1 typically. Meaning, when 1 is reached, 360º, as in the Plain Effector> Parameter> R.H, is reached.
That by itself would lead to any degree of rotation between 00 and 360º.

Option A
You Remap this inside of the Random Field, Remapping> Contour> Contour Mode> Quantize. If you need this Contour (falloff) for something else, use the one below.
CV4_2026_drs_26_MGrr_01.c4d

Option B
To limit that, the Quantize (Field-Layer) sits on top of it (Which works like the Posterize in Photoshop. If you like to work without Effector or Fields to get there, use the next one
CV4_2026_drs_26_MGrc_01.c4d

Option C
Set up the Cloner as you need, place four Nulls under it, place under each a copy for your clones, and rotate them 0º, 90º, 180º, and -90º (or 270º)
Then set the Cloner to Clones> Random.
CV4_2026_drs_26_MGrm_01.c4d

Is this working for your project?

Cheers

[smckenzie]

Awesome. I think the first option will be a good start. Thank you.