
Working with Mask Layers
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Figure 6.28 To defi ne a layer as a mask, choose Mask
from the contextual menu for layers.
Figure 6.29 The mask-layer icon imitates the masking
effect with a dark mask shape over a checkerboard
pattern. Masked layers are indented and have
a checkerboard pattern on the layer icon in the
Timeline, indicating that the layer is masked.
Working with Mask Layers
Mask layers are special layers that let you hide
and show elements on underlying layers.
In the nal movie, shapes on the Mask layer
become holes that let items on linked layers
show through.
To create a mask layer:
1.
Do either of the following:
▲
Create a new ...