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Mike_Abbott
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Mike_Abbott
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‎Jul 27, 2017
12:47 PM
Windows user here, so can help much on the Mac front, but you might want to check: After Effects CC (April 2017) In-Depth: New Features | Creative Cloud blog by Adobe to see if your project is using any of the effects that have been shifted to the GPU... Do you have similar problems with other projects?
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‎Jul 27, 2017
12:10 PM
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If this is shape layer based... can you separate out the red from the cream, ie: layer 1: red on transparent - with ripple distort layer 2: cream background If so, you could then apply a matte choker or similar effect to smooth the alpha (transparency) of the red layer. Matte choker is a rather unintuitive effect, but I can recommend a great 9 minute tutorial... An insight into the matte choker on Vimeo
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‎Jul 27, 2017
08:58 AM
Hi all, While I'm an experienced AE campaigner - my scripting chops are lacking... I've got a working pseudo effect (ffx) that is shape layer based - so it creates it's own shape layer when applied. I currently apply it by either: double clicking it in the the effects and presets panel, or dragging it onto a new, empty, shape layer. I now want to apply it via a script. Thanks to the generosity of Dan E and others I found the basic code - but I can't get it to work : ( What am I doing wrong? The ffx and js files are both in the same folder. var UtimateTarget = File(File($.fileName).path + "/" + "UltimateTarget_0_56_0_RC1_CS6.ffx"); var activeComp = app.project.activeItem; activeComp.applyPreset(UltimateTarget); I'm running on Windows 7, but aiming for a crossplatform js file. I get 'UltimateTarget is undefined' - I've tried various options, including adding a shape layer first... no joy.. "UltimateTarget_0_56_0_RC1_CS6.ffx" is the 'windows explorer' file name and ffx name as shown in the effects and presets panel.
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‎Jul 27, 2017
07:30 AM
I think you've drawn a shape layer - not a mask. Does it have a star icon in the time line? If so, delete that layer. To draw a mask: first, make sure you have a layer selected - the layer on which radio waves is applied, then draw the same shape. If you draw a shape without a layer selected - you'll get a shape layer, which you don't want.
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‎Jul 26, 2017
01:33 PM
1 Upvote
Composition > Composition settings. click on the '3D renderer' tab set the renderer to 'Classic 3D' or CINEMA 4D
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‎Jul 26, 2017
09:13 AM
3 Upvotes
Look at the Preview panel on the right - you may have to pull down the bottom edge to see all controls. Is the frame rate set to 'Auto' or the right number to match your comp?
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‎Jul 26, 2017
09:01 AM
Yes - exactly as your dialog. I've also just powered up Premier to check my settings - same set up as you, the only thing I notice is that my default output is: "Speakers / Headphones (Realtek High Definition Audio)" as opposed to your: "Speakers / Headphones (2 - Realtek Audio)" But I don't think that's of significance. Sorry I haven't got a solution... Just on an off chance have you tried plugging headphones in in case it's some output mapping oddity... you could always try trashing your AE prefs... Ctrl + Alt + Shift immediately on AE startup
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‎Jul 26, 2017
06:33 AM
As it happens I have a very similar machine: XPS 9530. Audio settings appear identical to yours - and my audio works fine. Frustrating... I'm not sure what to suggest but it might be worth toggling this on/off: Preferences > Previews > Mute audio when playback is not real time
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‎Jul 25, 2017
02:58 PM
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I think you'll find this is a longstanding 'lack of feature' in AE. Here's the form to fill in : ) Adobe wish In the meantime there is a script at AEScripts.com that might help you out: Keyframe Velocity Changer I've not tried it myself - so buyer beware. There maybe other scripts / options that I'm not aware of.
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‎Jul 25, 2017
02:41 PM
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It shouldn't take anywhere near that long. Having looked at your first video I can now see the attach point is way off to the lower right... sorry I missed that. Let's see if we can cheat it. 1. Twirl down your layer with the tracking data on it. 2. Twirl down Track point 1 Place playhead at start of timeline / track 3. Click on the blue stopwatch for the 'Attach point' - this will remove its keyframes. 4. Click on the word 'Feature Centre' 5 lines above it. This will select all of its keyframes. Ctrl/Cmd C to copy them. 5. Click on 'Attach point' again. Ctrl/Cmd V to paste. Hopefully your attach point is now in the centre of your feature box. Apply this data to your null.
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‎Jul 25, 2017
01:03 PM
Draw both circles within the same shape layer. Then align layer to comp centre and you're done. 1. Draw your first circle. 2. highlight the shape layer, draw the second circle - you'll then have two shape groups within one shape layer.
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‎Jul 25, 2017
10:14 AM
Ah - that's a clue. OK - I think the issue is with the tracking itself. I wonder if you may have accidently moved the attach point (small cross) during the tracking process. I'd suggest you re-track. The small cross should remain central in the tracking seach boxes.
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‎Jul 25, 2017
09:19 AM
Ummm... OK - without a close look I'm not quite sure what's going on - so, let's restart and do this a conventional way. You've got your tracking data - we can reuse that. 1. Put your playhead at the time your tracking starts. 2. Create a null: Layer > New > Null 3. Put the top left corner of the null on the object you are tracking. 4. Go back to the layer you are tracking, select the track in the tracking panel and apply your tracking data (X and Y) to that null. 5. In the comp manually scrub through the file to check the null is tracking the object - if you preview the null won't be visible as it's a non-rendering object. Do that - then report back : )
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‎Jul 25, 2017
08:57 AM
how much ram do you have? What are your computer specifications? are you using a laptop with a mechanical hard disk? 4k video is demanding on computer hardware...
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‎Jul 25, 2017
08:54 AM
Hi Celina, It looks to me like you've not done step 3? Consider yourself at the start of Recording #14. Bring your playhead to the start of the timeline. Now adjust the numbers for: Shape layer > Contents > Ellipse 1 > Ellipse 1 path > Position so your circle is over the head of your target person. NB: Roei is quite right about normally using a null object to do this - I just thought this might be a slightly simpler route in this circumstance, but I might wriote about using null objects once we've got this fixed : )
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‎Jul 25, 2017
06:53 AM
A 13" laptop is too small for AE, even with a screen resolution that meets the minimum specifications. Working on a 15" laptop is a squeeze.
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‎Jul 24, 2017
04:44 PM
My guess is: Shape layers have a slightly complex structure: the shape layer has it's anchor point at the centre of the shape layer. However the actual shape you drew is likely not in the centre - hence they are offset when you connect the tracking data. You can fix this in a number of ways - but probably the simplest way in your situation is as follows: 1. Apply your tracking data as you have been doing. 2. Place your playhead at the time your tracking data starts. I'm guessing your circle is now offset from your tracking data... 3. Adjust the position of your circle to be where you want it to be, by twirling down your shape layer to: Shape layer > Contents > Ellipse 1 > Ellipse 1 path > Position and changing the position numbers Preview and see if that fixes things. If not post a screenshot here and we can take a look.
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‎Jul 24, 2017
03:37 PM
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PS: Dave clearly types faster than me, or I'm too wordy : ) PPS: Please mark Dave's answer as correct.
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‎Jul 24, 2017
03:37 PM
1 Upvote
4) 3D Renderer: Ray-Traced 3D This is the issue. The Ray traced 3D render is, effectively, and obsolete feature. It runs very slowly unless you have a suitable, high CUDA count NVidia graphics card. If you do, it just renders slowly. Unless your cluent absolutely needs the features of the Ray Traced render they would be much better off using the classic 3D or Cinema 4D render options. You can find these in the advanced tab of the composition settings dialog.
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‎Jul 24, 2017
03:13 PM
The best way to do this is using time remapping. Here's a tutorial (part of a Lynda.com course) that will show you how. Rigging replacement animation in After Effects | lynda.com - YouTube
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‎Jul 24, 2017
06:17 AM
Patrikbl, Another good place to look is the AEnhancers.com forums I can also suggest: zacklovatt.com Zack has done a small amount of work for me in that past and I was very pleased, and he has a good reputation as a coder in the wider AE community. I thnk Zack is actually quite active at AEnhancers
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‎Jul 23, 2017
03:47 PM
Yes - I agree with Roei. I highly suspect this is a frame rate related issue.
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‎Jul 23, 2017
03:15 PM
Edit panel > increase the value of the sides property. Rather than 30, try something between 60 and 120.
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‎Jul 23, 2017
02:40 PM
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Concussion909 wrote 1. The rendering is set to the proper frame rate of 24 fps which is the frame rate of the actual original video file. Your comps(s) and footage appear to be running at 24.042 fps.
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‎Jul 23, 2017
01:35 PM
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Are you sure you are rendering to the same frame rate as the frame rate of your comp? Are you using 3D layers? Are you using interlaced or non-square pixel footage?
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‎Jul 23, 2017
06:08 AM
Is Premiere pro installed? If so is PPro also updated to match Ae? If not I'd update it and see if that helps. These MediaCore files are common to both apps
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‎Jul 23, 2017
03:30 AM
I think I've seen a similar problem a long time ago - and I believe it turned out to be a system / OS issue - not an Ae issue. That would seem to be in-line with the fact that others can open the files. It's a long shot - but see if they will import into Media Encoder. You could then render them out them to another file or image sequence and try that in AE.
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‎Jul 22, 2017
03:49 PM
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jonf90430076 wrote That's basic and I'm not an idiot. I didn't say you were, although you do sound a little ungracious seeing that I'm volunteering my time and expertise for your assistance. There are many questions posted here by complete beginners to Ae. You question gave me no indication of your level of knowledge so I interpreted your question as best as I could. jonf90430076 wrote Lastly, isn't it up to the Poster, to determine whether a CORRECT ANSWER is to be listed, based on the result? All responses are listed, but you can mark an answer as correct. There is a button for you to click : ) So, to answer your question in summary: You need to look at the 'linear expression' which has the form: variable = linear (subject, subject min, subject max, output min, output max) and apply it to your iris. in other words : as the subject (eyeball) goes from a min value to a max value, the output (iris) should go from a min value to a max value. Goodnight.
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‎Jul 22, 2017
03:06 PM
1. Layer > New adjustment layer 2. add effect: Channel > Invert to the adjustment layer, set the effect channel menu to alpha. 3. add effect: Generate > Fill to the adjustment layer, set the colour to white, or to taste. 4. animate the position of the adjustment layer moving over your logo. Note: if you want to put stuff underneath this you will need to precompose the layers: Select the adj layer and logo layer. Layer menu > Precompose
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‎Jul 22, 2017
01:10 PM
An expression is not needed for this. Simply make your iris a child of the eyeball. The position animation of the iris will then be relative to the eyeball. To do this: 1. If you can't see the parent column in the timeline : right click in the lighter grey header area immediately above your top layer. Columns > parent. 2. Make sure the iris and eyeball are in the correct starting relationship before you do step 3. 3. In the parent column menu for the child layer (iris), select the eyeball to be it's parent. The iris will now follow any animation you make for the eyeball, but the iris can also have animation itself.
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