Place assets
Learn how to place assets into a composition. You'll learn concepts such as temporal (timeline) position, spatial (coordinates) position, and more.
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Learning Outcomes:
- Place assets accurately in the timeline.
- Trim layers using keyboard shortcuts.
- Utilize guides for precise positioning.
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Asset Placement, Layer Management, Temporal Positioning
Key Insights
- Use the playhead to position layers in time.
- Press and hold the shift key for snapping.
- Select multiple layers to adjust their start and end points.
- Trim layers with left and right square brackets.
- Create new compositions easily if exercise files are unavailable.
- Utilize rulers and guides for spatial positioning.
- Remember keyboard shortcuts to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Layers by default cover the entire composition.
- Double-click layers to edit them in the layer panel.
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