# Effect

The `effect` action will play a Visual or Image effect when an Elevator is used.

There are two types of Elevator Effects: ImageEffect and VisualEffect

ImageEffects can be setup in the Configuration. For more information, check out the [Effects Configuration Guide](/configuration/#effects).
VisualEffects are baked into Elevators and may provide a more enhanced user experience.

## Visual Effects

| Effect Name   | Description                                                           
|---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------
| `ARROW`       | Creates an arrow pointing up or down based on the users direction. Changes color based on Elevator color.   
| `HELIX`       | Creates a growing spiral. Changes color based on Elevator color.                                

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## Variables

| Variable Name | Description                                                           | Default Value      | Elevator Setting Name | Per-Ele Customizable
|---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------|-----------------------|----------------------
| `name`        | Controls the effect that is played.                                   | CREEPER            | `effect/effect`       | true

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## Example Usage

```yaml
- 'effect: name=HELIX'
```