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Gin Tonic
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July 15, 2017
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In general, is it good practice to always "Create Shape from Vector Layer"?

  • July 15, 2017
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I was animating a character that I downloaded from adobe stock and this question popped into my mind.

I believe that you get more control over shape than a vector layer, such as the ability to add "pucker and bloat", "wiggle" etc.

I was just curious if it is a good practice/habit to get into.

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Gin TonicAuthor
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July 20, 2017

Understood. I will do so on need by basis.

Thank you so much for your reply!

Mylenium
Mylenium
Legend
July 15, 2017

Well, considering that this functionality didn't exist for 20 years before CC the answer should be more than obvious - it's a "nice to have" on occasion, but far from essential nor is it in any way required a lot of the time.

Mylenium

    Roei Tzoref
    Roei TzorefCorrect answer
    Legend
    July 15, 2017

    Rick Gerard sums it up nicely here: Re: Imported Illustrator shapes with gradients turning gray after creating shapes from vector layer in After Effects

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