To crop a video in After Effects, you can use the "Crop Edges" effect. Here's a breakdown of the process:
Steps to Crop a Video
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Locate Effects & Presets:
- Go to the Effects & Presets panel.
- If it's not visible, go to Window > Effects & Presets.
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Search for "Crop":
- Inside the Effects & Presets panel, simply type "crop" into the search bar. This will bring up the "Crop Edges" effect.
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Apply the Effect:
- Drag the "Crop Edges" effect onto your video layer in the composition panel.
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Adjust Crop Values:
- The Effect Controls panel will now display the Crop Edges effect’s settings. You can adjust the "Left," "Top," "Right," and "Bottom" values to crop your video accordingly.
Practical Insight:
- By adjusting these values, you can control the visible area of your video, removing unwanted parts around the edges.
- Experiment with the different values for each side to achieve the desired cropping effect.
Using the "Crop Edges" effect is a simple yet powerful way to customize the framing of your video in After Effects.
