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Luisa Winters

Instructor and consultant for Adobe products

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Effects controls and layer panels

Identify, navigate, and manipulate elements such as the Effect Controls panel, Layer panel, etc.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the effect controls panel functionality
  • Apply and modify effects on layers
  • Differentiate between composition and layer panels

Level: Intermediate

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Effects, Keyframing, Layer Management

Key Insights

  • Effects are applied to selected layers only.
  • Use the effects and presets panel to add effects.
  • Keyframe properties in the effect controls panel.
  • Select multiple layers to adjust effects simultaneously.
  • Identify the active panel for specific tasks.
  • Use shortcuts like 'E' to reveal effects quickly.
  • Collapse panels for a cleaner workspace.
  • Ensure correct panel is selected for tracking tasks.
  • Delete effects from multiple layers efficiently.

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