What does this red line across my shader node mean?

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I am unsure what this red line linking the input and output of the node signifies in the below image. Can anyone tell me what it is?

palkonimo · Accepted Answer · 2017-02-25 13:25:54Z

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That means the node is muted and isn't taking any part in calculations. To unmute it, select the node and press M

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answered Feb 25, 2017 at 12:22

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$\begingroup$ Thank you! I knew it'd be something simple - learn something new with Blender everyday! $\endgroup$
– Starfury359
Feb 25, 2017 at 13:14
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$\begingroup$ It provides more information than "this node is muted": it says "this node is muted, and instead the value of the second input is being passed through." $\endgroup$
– wchargin
Feb 25, 2017 at 16:22
$\begingroup$ Awesome, did not know we could mute and unmute! $\endgroup$
– Cyberchipz
Mar 1, 2017 at 20:43

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