Except it's not just text. I explained that it is a banner, and I have included text information on it. There are a handful of text fields, and of course, an animated banner to go along with it. If I created an animation present, and dragged it onto the various text fields and shapes, if I ever needed to change anything about the design, I would need to modify all of them over again. Which is why I am opting to use compositions. Since then, if I ever need to change anything about the banner, be it the colours, opacity, or entire design, I can just tweak it in the Master composition, and it would automatically apply all changes across the board. This is because I often have to make lots of subtle changes to make my reels a good as possible. And editing every single instance of my banner when I only want to change one thing is a huge time sink. So, having the ability to use a composition that simply has editable text fields on them is the best way to go for me. If there is another feature that achieves the same effect I'd be glad to pick that up instead. ... View more

Hi Again, So I gave this a go. But I get as far as the 4th step with all of my text inside the Essential Graphics pannel. Yet I don't have the option to Edit properties for some reason. Also, how do I use it as a Pre-Comp? Sorry if these seem like Novice questions. It's my first time using the Program. But thank you so much for all your help so far. ... View more

Thank you! This looks like exactly what I need. I will be able to try this tomorrow. I will be sure to come back and let you know how it goes. Edit: it works! Thank you ... View more

The problem is, if I duplicate the comp it doesn't retain the changes I make to the original. Which Is was I need. I'd like to be able to create and instance where I can preserve the original design. But only modify the text. The reason I am using After effects is because Premier crashes constantly, I need to be able to have more freedom with cutting and editing, not to mention after effects seems to be able to do everything I'd need premier to do and more, all with a better interface. ... View more