To flip the order of layers in After Effects, select the layers you want to reorder, then use the "Reverse Layers" command.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do this effectively:
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Select the Layers: This is a crucial step. To ensure you reverse the order correctly, select the bottom layer first. Then, hold down the Shift key and click the top layer. This will select all the layers in between. Doing this selection in the correct order is key.
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Reverse the Layer Order: Go to
Animation > Keyframe Assistant > Sequence Layers. -
Adjust Overlap (Optional): The Sequence Layers dialog box will appear. You can optionally stagger the start times of the layers by adjusting the "Overlap" setting. If you just want to reverse the order, leave this at its default (usually 0).
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Click OK: Clicking "OK" will reverse the order of the selected layers.
Important Considerations:
- Selection Order Matters: As mentioned above, selecting the bottom layer first is critical to achieving the correct reversed order. If you select from top to bottom, you'll simply sequence them without reversing.
By following these steps, you can easily and effectively reverse the order of layers in your After Effects compositions.
