Re-using expression-generated values to input into other expressions (read-out)
Hi there everyone. I was wondering if there is a way to 'capture' expression generated values and either buffer these values or re-using them directly in other expressions. I am trying to track...
View ArticleScripting /Expressions in AE: Similar to Flash/ActionScript?
I think about learning AE, but I would like to get an overview about the Software, so that I can decide if it's suitable for what I am planning to do.I have little experience in Flash/ActionScript, but...
View ArticleExpression to control speed with the option to stop?
I made a simple animation with an expression to move a layer at a constant speed. With the Separate XYZ effect I used the expression time*120 on the X position. (120 is linked to a slider control but...
View ArticleMaking the wheels of a car roll right
I have a photo of a car with the wheels separated, and I want to find an expression or something that will help make the wheels look like they are rotating at the right speed. Any suggestions? I have...
View ArticleTrack nested child layer's position
Hi, I have a Main Comp with a layer named 'Controller'.I have several 2d layers parented to this controller.Now,i need to precompose two of them.let's say this precomposition of these two layers is...
View ArticleExpressions and sliders
Hi all Having trouble trying to stop my wiggle expression so I thought I would use a slider to control it. The wiggle is applied to position but I haven't actually given it any key frames. Basically my...
View ArticletoComp method on Puppet Pin position property returns bogus values
In trying to rig this girl character I've had a strange behaviour come up. I could work around it easily enough but it's getting to me that there's something I'm not understanding. My level of...
View Article3 parameters to one expression
How would i tell 3 parameters to use a single line of code? In this case the expresson is wiggle(x.x).
View ArticleHow to resize the text field through the expression?
It is necessary that another layer was at 150 pixels to the right of the right side of the text field.
View ArticleExpression with delay
Hi, I'm a nooby when it comes to expression, so can anyone please help me with how I can create a certain expression? I think it's quite simple. I've got 2 layers. One layer has an animation (leader)...
View ArticleThe value of this expression
I was looking through some old tutorial projects and came across this expression [thisLayer.width/2, thisLayer.height/2] which was applied to the Wipe Center property of the Radial Wipe Effect....
View Article"slider wiggle"=? in french
Hello, i'm novice. I'm working on a project, but there is not the same AE version. I'm french.I have a error message, because AE can't found the 'slider' effect. It's a language problem.I understand...
View ArticleExpression at a specific time
Hi, when I apply an expression it starts from the beginning of the composition, but if I want to start it, for example, after 10 seconds, how can I? Sorry for my english.
View Articleexpression request
I've been askjing around to find out how a particular effect that I seen on numerous music video was created. No one could give me definitive answer, I even suggested maybe it was done by editing in...
View Article4 digit random number
Hi guys, i would like to have a text layer that changes it´s 4-digit number everytime it´s duplicated. I found an expression that basically does that, but it also includes other values like "@" and...
View ArticleExpression to create even distances
Hi,i want to add a control value (220) to the x-pos of my layer. i want to define the x-positions of my layers automatically.My master layer, containing the initioal x-pos, has its x-pos at 320.Now for...
View ArticleHave timecode reset at layer marker.
Hey guys. I've been fiddling around with expressions for a bit but I can't get past this one. Basically I need to create an expression which has a timecode counting up (minutes, seconds and frames)....
View ArticleHow do I roll a ball along both x and y axis?
I am trying to roll a 2D ball in 3D space that only moves on the x and y axis through a maze. I would like it to be rotating 360 degrees based on the curcumference so it looks like it is rolling no...
View ArticleLoop Composition creates flicker effect
I try to loop a composition within an other and used "Zeitverzerrung" (Time Warp) on this Composition. I added the Expression loopOut(type="cylce"). The Loop works fine but at the time of the second...
View ArticleAdd a 0 in front of a number
Hello, I am using a simple expression to make a calendar, going from 1 to 31Until the number 10 i would like to display a 0 in front of the number.Unfortunately everything I am trying doesn't work....
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