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How Do You Split a Video in After Effects?

Published in Video Editing 2 mins read

You can split a video in After Effects using the "Layer > Pre-compose" command.

Steps to Split a Video in After Effects:

  1. Import your video: Open After Effects and drag your video file into the project window.
  2. Select the video layer: Click on the video layer in the timeline to select it.
  3. Split the video: Go to "Layer > Pre-compose".
  4. Rename the pre-comp: A new pre-composition window will open. You can rename the pre-composition to something meaningful.
  5. Adjust the timeline: Now you can adjust the timeline of the pre-composition to control the duration of each part of the video.
  6. Repeat for other parts: If you want to split the video into more than two parts, repeat steps 3-5 for each part.

Additional Tips

  • Use the "Split Layer" command: You can also use the "Split Layer" command to split a video into multiple layers. This is useful if you want to edit each part of the video independently.
  • Work with markers: You can use markers to mark specific points in your video, making it easier to split the video at those points.
  • Utilize the "Time Remapping" tool: The "Time Remapping" tool can be used to manipulate the video's speed and duration, giving you greater control over how you split and edit your video.

By following these steps, you can easily split your video into multiple parts in After Effects.

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