> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://manual.xlights.org/xlights/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://manual.xlights.org/xlights/effects/off/tree.md).

# Tree

![Icon](https://1941201815-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-LZ2Jwp7mRP9HqIZtQ_h%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-5fea74bba312e6b29a14d73e036739620d12fc78%2Fimage.png?alt=media)

![Sequencer Grid](https://1941201815-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-LZ2Jwp7mRP9HqIZtQ_h%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d8c10f221eaa8e2c7739e67cc64b91431abcae7d%2Fimage.png?alt=media)

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The Tree effect creates a series of zigzag branches against a colored background. This effect is best used against a tree type of model such as a mega tree. The first color selected will be used as the background color for the model (i.e. the mega tree). Subsequent color(s) will be used for each branch.

| Option/Settings      | Description                                                                  |
| -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Number Branches**  | Defines how many individual branches are created for the effect.             |
| **Speed**            | Controls the speed at which the lights of the branch move across the effect. |
| **Show Tree Lights** | Show lights on tree branches.                                                |