Layer visibility
Learn how to modify layer visibility using opacity, blending modes, track mattes, and masks.
Learning Outcomes:
- Adjust layer visibility in After Effects.
- Utilize blending modes effectively.
- Keyframe opacity for dynamic effects.
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Layering, Blending, Animation
Key Insights
- Use the eyeball icon to hide/show layers.
- Shy layers to declutter the timeline.
- Blending modes affect how layers interact visually.
- Shortcut for blending modes: Shift + Plus.
- Opacity can be keyframed for animation.
- Solo layers to focus on specific elements.
- Reset transform properties for clean adjustments.
- Toggle switches to reveal blending modes.
- Opacity is linked to transparency settings.
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