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PolyArtboard
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Jul 16, 2022 12:10 PM UTC
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Trimming selected layers by keyframes, markers, etc. with Automation Blocks?

Hello, is it possible to trim the in, out, or both points of selected layers? Trimming by keyframes, markers, mattes, parent chains, selected layers, and visibility.

Thank you

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Mathias Moehl
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Jul 16, 2022 1:08 PM UTC

That's a great idea!

I just implemented a tool which sets in and out points based on the visibility of the layers.

To figure out, if a layer is visible it

1. checks if the bounding box is inside the comp or entirely outside (only for 2D layers)

2. checks if the scale does not equal 0

3. checks if the opacity does not equal 0

 

I recorded this quick demo video for you:

Mathias Möhl - Developer of tools like BeatEdit and Automation Blocks for Premiere Pro and After Effects
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Mathias Moehl
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Mathias MoehlCommunity Expert
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Jul 16, 2022 1:49 PM UTC

I implemented a second one now, which

- sets the in point to the first keyframe or marker, which it can find on the layer

- sets the out point to the last keyframe or marker which it can find on the layer

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Mathias Möhl - Developer of tools like BeatEdit and Automation Blocks for Premiere Pro and After Effects
    PolyArtboardAuthor
    Known Participant
    Jul 16, 2022 1:50 PM UTC

    Thank you so much

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      Mathias Moehl
      Community Expert
      Mathias MoehlCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
      Community Expert
      Jul 16, 2022 1:08 PM UTC

      That's a great idea!

      I just implemented a tool which sets in and out points based on the visibility of the layers.

      To figure out, if a layer is visible it

      1. checks if the bounding box is inside the comp or entirely outside (only for 2D layers)

      2. checks if the scale does not equal 0

      3. checks if the opacity does not equal 0

       

      I recorded this quick demo video for you:

      Translate
      Mathias Möhl - Developer of tools like BeatEdit and Automation Blocks for Premiere Pro and After Effects
        PolyArtboardAuthor
        Known Participant
        Jul 16, 2022 1:20 PM UTC

        Very exciting and unique feature, thank you.

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