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# Strobe

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The Strobe effect provides an effect where light particles turn off and on rapidly, but at fixed intervals. One or multiple colors can be used for the effect.

| Option/Settings       | Description                                                                                                               |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Number of Strobes** | Controls the number of particles that form part of the strobe effect.                                                     |
| **Strobe Duration**   | Controls the duration of the particles being on; as a result affects how quickly or slowly the particles turn off and on. |
| **Strobe Type**       | Unused at this stage.                                                                                                     |
| **Reacts to Music**   | If selected - will cause the effect to grow with the intensity of the music.                                              |