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7 Tips for Working with Shape Layers in After Effects

Learn 7 time-saving tips for working with shape layers in Adobe After Effects.

In this video:

0:09 - Create a Comp-Sized Shape

0:16 - Center Anchor Points

0:57 - Adjust the Number of Sides/Points

1:23 - Cycle Through Options

1:55 - Create Shapes from Text

2:14 - Round Corners

2:48 - Know your Shapes

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