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July 16, 2022
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Trimming selected layers by keyframes, markers, etc. with Automation Blocks?

  • July 16, 2022
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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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Correct answer Mathias Moehl

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:

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Mathias Moehl
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July 16, 2022

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

Mathias Möhl - Developer of tools like BeatEdit and Automation Blocks for Premiere Pro and After Effects
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July 16, 2022

Thank you so much

Mathias Moehl
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Mathias MoehlCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
Community Expert
July 16, 2022

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
Known Participant
July 16, 2022

Very exciting and unique feature, thank you.