How to make a mask in After Effects in 4 ways | AE tutorial

AE tutorial video shows how to make a mask in After Effects. In this tutorial, we will go through 4 ways to make mask to a layer in composition. We can use Shape Tool to make a mask, like as circle or ellipse tool, then we can use Pen Tool to make a mask with freeform shape. The third way, we can use text layer to make mask using track matte. The last method, we can use PNG transparent background image to make a mask. Steps are easy to follow After Effects beginners. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching this video, feel free to share this video with your friends. More sharings on official website : Watch more After Effects Tutorials here, After Effects Tutorials in this YouTube video playlist : ------------------------------------------------------------------ Timestamp 0:00 Intro - how to mask a mask in AE 0:07 Create new composition 0:16 Import Image into Composition as Layer 0:28 Make a mask using Shape Tool 0:50 Make a mask using Pen Tool 1:05 Mask a mask with Text Layer using Track Matte 2:11 Make a mask using PNG image ------------------------------------------------------------------ Have fun with CG, let’s create. #cgian #aftereffects #tutorial #motiongraphics