Shape layers (part 1)
Learn core tools and functionality as well as tools that affect the visual appearance of composition elements.
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Learning Outcomes:
- Create visual elements using shape layers
- Modify shapes with fills and gradients
- Convert vector layers into shape layers
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Shape Layers, Gradients, Vector Graphics
Key Insights
- Use core tools to create solids and shapes.
- Shape layers can be modified independently.
- Gradients can be applied to shape fills.
- Continuously rasterize vector layers for better scaling.
- Illustrator files can be converted to shape layers.
- Different properties can be added to shape layers.
- Selectively target elements within shape layers.
- Understand the difference between vector and raster graphics.
- Utilize preferences to center anchor points in shapes.
- Experiment with various shape layer effects.
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