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 effectively in After Effects
- Utilize guides for precise positioning
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Asset Placement, Layer Management, Timeline Editing
Key Insights
- Use the playhead to position layers in time.
- Press and hold the shift key for snapping layers.
- Trim layers using the left and right square brackets.
- Create new layers that default to the entire composition.
- Utilize keyboard shortcuts for efficient editing.
- Employ rulers and guides for spatial accuracy.
- Double-click layers to edit them in the layer panel.
- Remember to check snapping settings in the view menu.
- Position layers using X and Y coordinates in the comp panel.
