Problem importing JPEG into After Effects

Question

I am trying to import a still image (JPEG) into AE, but I am only given the option to import it as footage. When I do so, the imported photo appears as vertical lines.

How can I fix this? I am working on a PC. Thank you.

Roland Kahlenberg · Accepted Answer

The problem is when I import this picture, it shows up in AE as the vertical lines shown above.

Which software was used to save this JPG? Try saving to another format. Use PSD or TIFF. Stay away from JPG and other highly compressed file formats for your working files.

Roei Tzoref · Answer

I am trying to import a still image (JPEG) into AE, but I am only given the option to import it as footage.

it is a footage and not a composition so that's normal only see "footage" option. this is not related to the issue you are facing.

the imported photo appears as vertical lines.

you posted cropped screenshot with a layer that appears to be a video layer (not a jpg still layer) with an effect applied. so show us a full screenshot of your Ae interface and tell us more about this mysterious jpg and what you are doing with this project. this crime scene has been contaminated.

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