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Luisa Winters

Instructor and consultant for Adobe products

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Layers

Learn how to use the Timeline panel and recognize the different types of layers in the Timeline panel.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Recognize different types of layers in After Effects.
  • Manage compositions for efficient workflows.
  • Utilize adjustment layers and null objects effectively.

Level: Intermediate

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Layer Management, Composition, Workflow Optimization

Key Insights

  • Understand the purpose of pre-compositions in After Effects.
  • Identify audio, footage, text, and shape layers.
  • Use adjustment layers to affect all layers beneath them.
  • Learn shortcuts to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Differentiate between 2D and 3D layers and their interactions.
  • Utilize null objects for parenting and organizational purposes.

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