To invert colors in Adobe After Effects, you use the "Invert" effect. Here's how:
Applying the Invert Effect
- Select the Layer: In the composition panel, select the layer you want to invert.
- Apply the Effect: Go to the "Effects & Presets" panel (Window > Effects & Presets if it's not visible). Search for "Invert".
- Drag and Drop or Double-Click: Drag the "Invert" effect onto your selected layer, or double-click it while the layer is selected. After Effects will automatically apply it to the layer.
Adjusting the Invert Effect
Once applied, the "Invert" effect will appear in the "Effect Controls" panel. Here, you can modify its parameters:
- Channel: This allows you to specify which color channels (Red, Green, Blue, Alpha) will be inverted. You can invert all channels, or just specific ones.
- Invert (Blend with Original): This setting lets you blend the inverted image with the original. Setting it to 100% will show only the fully inverted image. Lower values will create a partial inversion effect.
- Preserve Luminance: This option helps maintain the overall brightness of the image after inversion.
Example Scenario
Imagine you have a white logo on a black background and need to reverse it to a black logo on a white background. Applying the "Invert" effect will accomplish this quickly and easily.
By using the "Invert" effect, you can easily reverse the colors of your layers in Adobe After Effects, offering creative possibilities for your visual effects and motion graphics.
