Video effects
Apply and adjust a video effect or preset to a layer using properties in the Effect Controls panel and timeline.
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Learning Outcomes:
- Apply video effects to a layer
- Adjust effect properties in After Effects
- Keyframe effects in timeline and controls
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Video Effects, Keyframing, Effect Controls
Key Insights
- Open composition to view applied effects.
- Use 'E' key to reveal effects on selected layer.
- Access effect controls via the window menu.
- Adjust effects directly in the timeline.
- Reset effects using the reset option.
- Keyframe properties like edge thickness and light angle.
- Utilize shift key for snapping playhead to keyframes.
- Understand that timeline and effect controls serve the same purpose.