What is RenderScript?
Most common operations can be performed entirely using a template.
RenderScript is the underlying data format of Creatomate. It's a file format based on JSON. Similar to how HTML is the source code of a web page, is RenderScript the source code for a video or image. It describes the multimedia file in its entirety. Based on RenderScript, Creatomate is able to produce a visual in a process called "rendering".
With RenderScript, you're not limited to template-based automation. You can generate videos or images entirely from code, giving you full control over the visual output. This makes it ideal for creating highly dynamic content.
In most cases, you only need a basic understanding of RenderScript, as the template editor generates it automatically. This allows you to focus on design rather than code. Only when you require advanced control over a template could you consider working directly with RenderScript.