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jimlolo
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March 8, 2021
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Can't See Mask Now In Layer Viewer

  • March 8, 2021
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I was working with a layer mask in th viewer of that layer. I then used the Pen tool on that layer, but the mask now disappeared. It is still visible in the composition window, but not in the layer window anymore. How can I get it back?

 

Thanks.

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Correct answer angie_taylor

At the bottom of the Layer panel is a menu which allows you to choose what is being rendered and what is visible in the Layer panel. Click on this and make sure that "Masks" is selected.

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angie_taylorCorrect answer
Legend
March 8, 2021

At the bottom of the Layer panel is a menu which allows you to choose what is being rendered and what is visible in the Layer panel. Click on this and make sure that "Masks" is selected.

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    jimloloAuthor
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    March 8, 2021

    thanks!

      OussK
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      OussKCommunity Expert
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      March 8, 2021

      Using a pin tool on a layer that includes a mask already that's means you are creating a new mask.

      Try to spend a few time learning how to mask work in AE, check this useful tutorial https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/how-to-use-masks-in-after-effects 

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      jimloloAuthor
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      March 8, 2021

      oops, meant I used the Paint tool.

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