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How to Use Templates in After Effects

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     How to Use Templates in After Effects After Effects templates are project files created by professionals that can be edited to suit your requirements. Template projects are usually downloaded as compressed ZIP files and can be opened and edited just like any other After Effects project file. Templates are often built with drop-zones that enable you to add your content without having to alter the rest of the project. Once you have made your required adjustments, you can export your file as a video. 1. Open your Web browser and navigate to an After Effects templates website such as Videohive, Pond5 or Motion Array (links in Resources). Search through the list of available choices until your find the template you would like to use. Watch preview videos to get an idea as to what the template looks like in action. Purchase and download the file to your computer. 2. Find the downloaded ZIP file on your computer and right-click on it. If u...
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How to Remove a Green Screen in Adobe After Effects

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How to Remove a Green Screen in Adobe After Effects   Shooting green screen footage is an easy process that allows you to make promotional videos more interactive and visually appealing. Before you can add special effects, transitions and titles, the green screen should be properly removed. Adobe After Effects has the proper tools to easily remove the green screen and clean up any noise. There are two built-in tools that can be used to remove the green screen for your project and present a professional looking video. Keylight Plug-In 1. Click once on the green screen video footage to make it active in Adobe After Effects. 2. Click on "Effect," "Keying" and "Keylight." This is a plug-in effect for Adobe After Effects that automatically comes with the software. 3. Click on the Effect Controls tab. 4. Select the "Eye dropper" icon next to the Screen Color option. Click on a section of the green screen towards the m...
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