Create transparent forground image of wife for overlay into avi or mp4 video
http://www.screencast.com/t/CdVnCpXd Please watch my screencast that will explain my delima I need a step by step for dummies as I just downloaded after effects and got part of the way but now...
View ArticleWhy is After Effects importing my PSD's as a folder of layers and a flat...
I've imported Photoshop files to after effects tons of times. But suddenly, I'm having problems importing them. I make sure that I click keep layers and all that, but it imports a strange, short, flat...
View ArticleWarning: Cache size set too large?
I've recently installed a SSD to work as a dedicated cache drive, and I've directed the 3 cache settings in AE (CS6) to it. The drive is 240GB, but I can't put the cache size over 150GB without getting...
View ArticleAfter effects error: invalid DICT array size
I'm running latest version of Mountain Lion on 15" Mac Book Pro Retina. I"ve validated all my fonts with Font Doctor. I've done everything on this link:...
View ArticleIs there a Digital Clock Font in After Effects?
I'm watching this tutorial and this man just types "Digital" and it comes up for him. But there's no such thing here. I have the current After Effects program by the way, and I apologize if this has...
View ArticleTo Transcode or not to Transcode - That is the question
Hi, I have been reading some of the discussions on the forum this morning, and I noticed that there is another gap in this workflow and knowledge of files and codecs of mine. We film with our Panasonic...
View ArticleEffects have black background regardless of layer type. (Noob)
Hi community, I apologise for what probably is a very stupid question. My fourth day into after effects I tried doing simple particle fields. It worked great, I followed a tutorial and everything. Then...
View ArticleImport Output Modules to render slaves with expired trial
Hello, I intend to launch network render jobs through the command line in Windows 7, ie., not with Watch Folder feature but by passing command lines directly to aerender.exe. The problem is that I need...
View Articletrack mattes in after effects
Hello, I'm looking to create a mask so that I am able to insert mutiple screenshots into a specific framework. I would like to be able to resize and reposition each screenshot while keeping them...
View ArticleLooking for a few effects for a feature film
Hello all, First time posting here. I am looking for a couple of "moving skin" effects for a horror anthology feature I am making, i.e. bugs moving under/over flesh. The two effects shots are similar-...
View Articleunpixelating
Is there a way to unpixelate an image in after effects without downloading plugins?
View ArticleLicense for students?
Hello, i'm 16years old student from Poland...My question is: can i get free student license for Adobe After Effect(if possible the newest wersion) ?
View ArticleHow to get rid of or at least easily fix random Position A to Positon B...
Hey, I hope i can describe my question correctly: is there a way to tell after effects that i want to default every position edit to be a straight path/arch (i'm actually looking for a lack of...
View ArticleNo Pro Res options available.
I just recently installed AE on an aditional computer at work, and when it came time to export my comp I noticed that there were no format options for pro res 422, or 4444. Did I not install something...
View ArticleGradient fill disappearing when converting vector/Illustrator file to shape...
Hi, When coverting a vector or Illustrator file (such as a logo) into a shape layer any gradient fill is lost. Is there no way to ensure the gradient fill is converted across or is this a matter for a...
View ArticleWhy is exporting files to Video for Windows formats not possible via Mac?
I understand from other discussions (http://forums.adobe.com/message/2184802#2184802) that exporting files to Video for Windows formats--such as AVI--within Adobe products on Mac is not possible. Out...
View ArticleIn After Effects, it says NOT Realtime and the video is really slow
I'm editing a clip in after effects and the video preview is really slow. I also says in the preview section, "NOT realtime".
View ArticleIs help system really always down ?
If I had local help files or a manual all would be fine, but every time I try to use help I get the same message about a disconnect and to try later. I have a fast broadband connection - about 30 Mbps...
View ArticleCan I change AE CS6 "feel" in preferences ?
I've just upgraded from AE 6 on a G4 to AE CS6 on a Mac Pro and Mountain Lion. I am dismayed that I can't seem to adjust the "feel" of the interface to my preferred choices. I absolutely hate the...
View ArticleProblem importing into AE CS6
Hello. I have a problem importing some footage into AE CS6. It was filmed with a Canon XA10 in PF30. My primary computer is a Windows 7 based system with plenty of RAM and a i7 processor. While...
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