Getting started in After Effects can be chaotic, but we've broken it down into the essentials starting with assets, shapes, solids, and adjustment layers and how you can work with them in the timeline.

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We have several in depth videos on more common problems After Effects beginners experience along with detailed deep-dives into elements that we've covered in this video. If you're just now acquainting yourself with After Effects, you can start our After Effects series from the very beginning when we cover the interface.

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