Triggers are a function that allows an animated sequence of events to be triggered by a ride's carriage reaching a specific location in the track. They are commonly used on rollercoasters and track rides.
To trigger an event on a ride, select the ride, and click on the Trigger icon on the right side of the ride's interface window. If the items or effects to be triggered have already been placed in their desired location, then click on Edit Triggers. (article is a work in progress)