Spine Linked Mesh Stops Following Deform? Check Inherit Timelines

Check shared mesh structure and deform-key inheritance before duplicating a rig. Use a project copy with fixed versions, motion and assets, then record each change.

Hold the shared structure

official reference documents the relevant behavior. Log each parameter separately so paths, mesh structure and runtime state are not changed together.

Run a repeatable comparison

Keep a baseline, change one variable at a time, and save captures, timings and output files. If the issue depends on load or transition order, inspect caching and integration order.

Verify the handoff

related guide covers the earlier check. Review compatible assets in the Spine Workbench, then validate the final behavior in the target project.