Premier Shortcuts
Alt + Drag = Copy clip
C = Razor tool
⌘ + K = Split Edit
Ripple Trim Next Edit to Playhead W
Ripple Trim Previous Edit to Playhead Q
SHIFT+K is a very powerful little shortcut that enables intizlies playback around the postistion of your playhead. In effect, when you engage the shortcut Premiere Pro will start playback a few seconds before the playhead and continue to play until a few seconds after the playhead position. This is incredibly useful for seeing if an effect works without having to reach over and grab the mouse or risk losing the position of your playhead.
“Play Around” in Premiere Pro is customizable, with the ability to set your preference for the duration of the pre and post roll. To modify, open your Adobe Premiere Pro preferences and click on the Playback section.
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You can use some shortcuts to playback faster than realtime without going so fast you can’t understand the dialog.
Hit play, with either spacebar or L key to being playback. Double tap L for double speed.
Or Shift key down, tap L and keep tapping L until the playback speed is where you have optimal clarity and speed.
(Recall how many times you tapped).
If you go too far tap J to pull back a speed and also reverse the playback.
You could go the other way which may be more efficient:
Tap L twice to go into 2x speed. Which will most likely be too fast.
Hold Shift and tap J a couple times to pull down the speed.
K will stop the play head. Shift + K = Play a 3 seconds before and 1 second after the timeline position.
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“I did find “Apply video transition” or “Apply default video transition to Selection” but they don’t work, since I want to apply the video transition to single clips, not between two clips as normal.”
Ctrl+D.
Yes, if you apply it between two clips it will do a cross dissolve between two clips.
However, if you apply it to begining/end of a clip that has no clips around it on the same video layer, it will do what you’re looking for.
So – select all the clips you want, drag them up to an empty video layer. target that layer (and ONLY that layer). swiftly use PgUp/PgDn/Ctrl+D to apply “cross dissolve fade in”/”cross dissolve fade out”.
If you want, you can drag the clips back to the original video layer after you finished.
OR : If you want fade in/fade out rather than cross dissolve for two consecutive clips , you can also change the default transition (Ctrl+D) to “dip to black”, then you can apply it between two clips on the same layer.
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Shift + ⌘ + / = Duplicate clip
After Effects Scripts
Inertial Bounce
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// Inertial Bounce (moves settle into place after bouncing around a little) n = 0; if (numKeys > 0){ n = nearestKey(time).index; if (key(n).time > time){ n--; } } if (n == 0){ t = 0; }else{ t = time - key(n).time; } if (n > 0){ v = velocityAtTime(key(n).time - thisComp.frameDuration/10); amp = 0.1; freq = 2.0; decay = 7.0; value + v*amp*Math.sin(freq*t*2*Math.PI)/Math.exp(decay*t); }else{ value; } |
Throw
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// Throw (move at a constant speed without keyframes) veloc = -10; //horizontal velocity (pixels per second) x = position[0] + (time - inPoint) *veloc; y = position[1]; [x,y] |
Rotation
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// Spin (rotate at a constant speed without keyframes) veloc = 360; //rotational velocity (degrees per second) r = rotation + (time - inPoint) *veloc; [r] |
Wiggle in one direction
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org=value; temp=wiggle (5,50); [temp[0],org[1]]; Shorthand: [wiggle(5,50)[0],position[1]] wiggle only in y (vertical): org=value; temp=wiggle (5,50); [org[0],temp[1]]; |
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freq = 1; amp = 110; loopTime = 3; t = time % loopTime; wiggle1 = wiggle(freq, amp, 1, 0.5, t); wiggle2 = wiggle(freq, amp, 1, 0.5, t - loopTime); linear(t, 0, loopTime, wiggle1, wiggle2) |
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fr = 12; // frame rate; numFrames = 8; seedRandom(index,true); seg = Math.floor(time*fr); f = Math.floor(random(numFrames)); for (i = 0; i < seg; i++) f = (f + Math.floor(random(1,numFrames)))%numFrames; framesToTime(f); |
Loop Cycle not working?
Activate the collapse transformations (asterisk like symbol on the left of the layermodes) and this works for me in conjunction with time remap and the previously mentioned loopOut expression (loopOut(type = “cycle”, numKeyframes = 0)
Color Conversion methods (expression reference)
Harry Frank provides a video tutorial on his graymachine website that shows how to use these color conversion methods to change the color of the waves produced by the Radio Waves effect.
- rgbToHsl(rgbaArray)
- Return type: Array [4].Argument type: rgbaArray is an Array [4].
Converts a color in RGBA space to HSLA space. The input is an Array of normalized red, green, blue, and alpha channel values, all in the range of 0.0 to 1.0. The resulting value is an Array of hue, saturation, lightness, and alpha channel values, also in the range of 0.0 to 1.0. Example:
1rgbToHsl.effect("Change Color")("Color To Change") - hslToRgb(hslaArray)
- Return type: Array [4].Argument type: hslaArray is an Array [4].
Converts a color in HSLA space to RGBA space. This conversion is the opposite of the conversion performed by the rgbToHsl method.
- wiggle(freq, amp, octaves=1, amp_mult=.5, t=time)
- Return type: Number or Array.Argument type: freq, amp, octaves, amp_mult, and t are Numbers.Randomly shakes (wiggles) the value of the property.freq value is the frequency in wiggles per second.amp value is the amplitude in units of the property to which it is applied.octaves is the number of octaves of noise to add together. This value controls how much detail is in the wiggle. Make this value higher than the default of 1 to include higher frequencies or lower to include amplitude harmonics in the wiggle.amp_mult is the amount that amp is multiplied by for each octave. This value controls how fast the harmonics drop off. The default is 0.5; make it closer to 1 to have the harmonics added at the same amplitude as the base frequency, or closer to 0 to add in less detail.t is the base start time. This value defaults to the current time. Use this parameter if you want the output to be a wiggle of the property value sampled at a different time.
Example: position.wiggle(5, 20, 3, .5) produces about 5 wiggles per second with an average size of about 20 pixels. In addition to the main wiggle, two more levels of detailed wiggles occur with a frequency of 10 and 20 wiggles per second, and sizes of 10 and 5 pixels, respectively.
This example, on a two-dimensional property such as Scale, wiggles both dimensions by the same amount:
12v = wiggle(5, 10);[v[0], v[0]]This example, on a two-dimensional property, wiggles only along the y axis:
1234freq = 3;amp = 50;w = wiggle(freq,amp);[value[0],w[1]];Paul Tuersley provides a script on the AE Enhancers forum that automatically adds wiggle, smooth, and loop expressions to selected properties.
Dan Ebberts provides an example expression and a detailed explanation on his MotionScript website that shows how to use the time parameter of the wiggle method to create a looping animation.
https://motionarray.com/blog/6-common-after-effects-expressions-you-should-be-using
Keyboard shortcuts:
AA – Material options
/ – Sets the composition preview magnification to 100% (on main keyboard)
Option+Command+f – Scales footage in timeline to fit the composition window
Option+Command+Shift+h – for width
Option+Command+Shift+g – for height
u – Reveals all properties with keyframes on a selected layer in the timeline
uu – Reveals all changed properties on a selected layer in the timeline
e – Reveals the effects on a selected layer in the timeline
ee – Reveals all properties with expression on a selected layer in the timeline
Command+k – Opens the Compositions Settings Window
‘ (Apostrophe) – Turns Title/Action Safe on and off
Home – Moves the current time indicator to the start of the timeline (0:00:00:00)
End – Moves the current time indicator to the end of the timeline
Simple Postion Random Expression
seedRandom(index,true);
x = random(0,1500);
z = random(0,1500);
[x,value[1],z]
Try using a constant for the seed rather than the layer index, like this:
seedRandom(1,true);
Fade opacity of a 3D layer based on distance from camera
startFade = 500; // Start fade 500 pixels from camera. endFade = 1500; // End fade 1500 pixels from camera. try { // Check whether there’s a camera C = thisComp.activeCamera.toWorld([0,0,0]); } catch(err) { // No camera, so assume 50mm w = thisComp.width * thisComp.pixelAspect; z = (w/2)/Math.tan(degreesToRadians(19.799)); C = [0,0,-z]; } P = toWorld(anchorPoint); d = length(C,P); linear(d,startFade,endFade,100,0)
Setting up a Limited Company
1. You need to register your Ltd company.
You can do it by yourself here: https://golimited.co
Initially you’ll pay £13 (to cover the fee from Companies House) but when you sign up with Crunch (within 40 days) you get a refund automatically. I recommend doing it there as it’s very simple. You can preview names and just go until the last step of the form to check what you have to answer and if you are not sure about something you just don’t finish the process or registration.
2. You need to have a business account
To run a Ltd company you must have a business account open. If you don’t have one already I recommend doing as soon as possible as it can take up to 2 weeks to set up. NatWest offer a business account which is free for the first two years. Already having a personal account made it quick for me to set up. Their iPhone app supports adding in a business account making easy to transfer money and check your statements on the fly.
3. Sign up with Crunch Accountancy for accountancy services (invoice, expense, advices, etc)
It’s one of best systems out there: http://www.crunch.co.uk
To sign up with them, just give them a call and they’ll guide you through the process, it’s very quick and simple. You’ll have that done in a day or two. Make sure you give them my name and my referral code (sd18783s) so we both will get a bonus £25 voucher from Amazon each!
You should ask them to put you under the Advertising Flat Rate VAT scheme, so you will only pay 11%. You will be able to charge 20% more in your invoices to collect VAT for the government. Crunch employ will assign you an Account Manager to handle your questions and basic account management but you’ll also have access to their accountants should you have a more technical question.
4. Reconcile your Business Account
By linking your business account to their online system, you can view your expenses and income to quickly match payments. You can do this through their BankBolt service (you fill out a form which is sent to your bank0 then every Tuesday and Friday your accounts will synch.
Alternatively you can manually upload an Excel spreadsheet of your bank account activities and synch it that way.
5. Immerse your self into the Ltd world It took a while to understand a bit how does it work a few things and still on the process of learning…but I’m definitely happy with Ltd and I think it’s the best way to make more of the money you get.
How Colour Alters Our Behavior
By Vicki Santillano
Most of us recognize that certain colors inspire certain moods (which is why the colors we paint our rooms are so important), but few realize they can shape how we perform and think. They can even affect how things taste. Color psychologists study these kinds of influences on humans and while their findings aren’t all-inclusive-many personal factors, like cultural norms and experiences, shape a person’s perception of color-they have discovered that color can alter behavior in unexpected ways.
Yellow
Yellow is an energetic color representing sunshine, vitality, and happiness. Researchers at a university in Amsterdam found that it was a mood lifter for many participants, though some believe a yellow room encourages aggression in people. It might also improve brain functions like memorization. In 2007, researchers in New York City worked with paint specialists to analyze how people behaved at cocktail parties hosted in yellow, red, and blue rooms. Those in the yellow room were more lively and boisterous compared to partiers in the other rooms and they ended up eating twice as much as anyone else.
White
Doctors and nurses wear white uniforms and hospital rooms are painted white because the color represents sterility for many people. Purity, innocence, light, and peace are common adjectives associated with the color white in our country. In China and Japan, it can symbolize mourning or death. Office walls are often white because it’s considered a neutral color, but it doesn’t always lead to the best work environment. A 1999 study showed that employees working in white-walled offices experienced nausea and headaches more than employees in red or blue workspaces.
Red
Like yellow, red is a stimulating color. It evokes confidence and enthusiasm and is attention getting (hence the color choice for stop signs and siren lights). Perhaps its cultural symbolism also explains why red is thought to produce better attention to detail. Seeing the color red can actually elevate blood pressure and make hearts beat faster, which might make it an optimal choice for people who need a quick burst of adrenaline. According to a 2005 British study, athletes who wear red perform better. Red improves performance outside of the sports world, too-a study published last year found that men rated women more attractive and sexually desirable when they wore red than when they wore other colors.
Pink
An offshoot of red, pink often has an opposite effect on people. Certain shades tend to promote calm and alleviate anger. After all, how angry could you stay in a bright pink room? A 1979 study by Dr. Alexander Schauss demonstrated that prison inmates kept in a pink room (the exact shade, similar in hue to bubblegum, is called Baker Miller Pink) for even a short period were considerably less hostile and aggressive. Participants of a similar study performed at the John Hopkins University Hospital in Maryland reported reduced appetites because of the pink exposure. Some also believe that seeing pink might cause people to taste sweetness.
Green
There’s something both refreshing and relaxing about the color green. Culturally, it suggests wealth and prosperity, but it also inspires renewal, openness, and peace. In a 2004 survey published in College Student Journal, participants were asked about their responses to certain colors. Most found that green increased their comfort and positivity levels because of green’s association with the environment and natural states. People also see green and think of lime flavor-one experiment showed that people given a cherry-flavored drink colored green thought it was lime.
Black
This stark color carries many connotations with it, including death, power, anger, dynamism, authority, and seduction. Research has found that offices using black as a primary color had workers who felt stronger and “tougher.” People who wear black usually feel more confident and attractive (the slimming effect helps) and people wearing black sometimes seem more sophisticated to others-probably why the little black dress has a home in most women’s closets.
Blue
Blue is a popular choice for favorite color and it’s a top pick for creating harmonious, open spaces-the right shades conjure images of vast blue oceans and skies. It emphasizes quiet moods and contemplation, but it’s also connected with depression (“feeling blue,” “got the blues,” etc.). A study published in the February 2009 issue of Science found that people explore their creative sides more when exposed to blue. Participants shown ads with blue backgrounds preferred ads that emphasized aesthetics, such as pretty or unique images of a product, over the product’s technical details.
Colors have an effect on our perception, moods, and even taste buds and the effect itself is heavily influenced by what they mean to us culturally, socially, and personally. Studying color psychology and its findings isn’t a key to unlocking universal truths, but it might teach us a few handy tricks for our daily lives-such as looking at the color blue before starting an art project, wearing red to get more dates, or investing in yellow paint to ensure a successful soiree.
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