Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
probably want to keep the
Paint and Brush Tips and the
Tracker Controls open, but
not have the Typography tools
available. The idea is to keep
your interface clean and
uncluttered.
Once you have the After Effects interface looking the way you like to work, you
can save your screen layout so if someone mucks up your settings, you can
quickly reset everything to your preference. At the top of the Window menu is
the Workspace menu. Within the sub-menu is the 'Save Workspace' command.
Click on it then type in a name for your preferred layout. That workspace will
then appear at the top of the sub-menu for future access. Then all you have to
do is click on your workspace name and the screen will rearrange to your layout.
Notice there are several alternate screen layouts: One, Two or Four Comp
Views. These options are useful when working in 3D camera modes, allowing
you to see different perspectives of your project at the same time. 3D
animators will appreciate these settings, but for most design work 'One Comp
View' will be sufficient.
Help - The Most Ignored and Overlooked Menu
OK, so now you know where everything in After Effects is and how to access
every effect and option available - right? Not even close. There is a vast list of
other options, settings, shortcuts, and hints
that I can't even begin to touch on in this
guide. That's why the User Reference exists -
to provide a plethora of knowledge to the
user in simple concise paragraphs. The
writing team for After Effects has spent many
months preparing the User Guide, Tips, and
Help system to make it accessible to
everyone who has the wisdom to follow their
advice.
Take, for example, the 'Text Preset Gallery'. Here you'll find a great array of cool
effects you can access in the Effects & Presets tool palette. Then there's the
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