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I have illustrated and rigged my character in a different project from where the scenes and props are at. Now the question is how do I transfer the fully rigged character between them. Pleae help!

From new project you can Import old project (File > Import > General Import ...) and select the bone layer of the character during the import.

You can also open both projects at the same time and you can select a layer and go to Edit - Copy layer, then go to the other project and Edit - Paste layer.

If you use the Import method, note that you can also import the rig as a Reference. This is useful if you create a 'Master' rig and when you make changes to this master, you have the option to update any existing animation project to receive the changes.

There is an advanced use of this technique involving multiple levels of references, and this technique is described in detail elsewhere by Jeremy of Cartoon Saloon. I adapted this technique for our Boss Baby during the first Netflix series and it worked out well for us. I recommend it especially if you're working with a team of animators. A Google search should turn up that technique.

Thanks!