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Trapcode Form: Making UI Elements

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Learn all of the core features for making engaging user interfaces with Trapcode Form, a 3D particle generator for Adobe After Effects.

Syllabus

1. Introduction
  • Learn the core features of Trapcode Form
  • Prerequisites
  • Trapcode Form vs. Trapcode Particular
2. Getting Started
  • Examining the project
  • Making Form do the work
  • Modifying Designer presets
  • Working in 32 bits per channel
3. Making the Background
  • Creating the grid
  • Creating the aerial overlay
4. Making Components
  • Creating the oscilloscope
  • Making the right side vertical bars
  • Making the data readout
5. Using Layer Maps
  • Making the status bars
  • Changing the colors with a layer map
6. Working with Sprites
  • Using sprites to create the analysis squares
  • Creating the power supply with sprites
  • Enhancing with flourishes
  • Making the lower left audio waveform
7. Controlling Form with Audio
  • Making the upper left audio waveform
8. 3D Form Objects
  • Creating the head object
  • Modifying the head with a layer map
  • Creating a matte for the edges
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Chad Perkins

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