Importing
Learn how to import media from various sources and learn how to work with compatible files, importing layers, and more.
Learning Outcomes:
- Import various media types into After Effects.
- Manage layers from Illustrator and Photoshop files.
- Utilize Adobe Dynamic Link for project integration.
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Importing, Layer Management, Metadata
Key Insights
- Use Control + I (Command + I on Mac) to import files.
- Import multilayered files as compositions for better layer management.
- Editable layer styles from Photoshop enhance animation capabilities.
- Understand the difference between layer size and document size imports.
- After Effects maintains links to original files, not copies.
- Use Adobe Dynamic Link to streamline workflows between Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Metadata can be managed and viewed for imported files.
- Footage interpretation allows adjustments like frame rate changes.
- Drag and drop files directly from Finder or File Explorer.
- Use search functionality to quickly locate files in the project panel.
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