After Effects Tutorial: Overview of the right workspace

In this After Effects tutorial, I'll show you step by step how to use the first tabs of the accordion on the right side of the user interface. The focus is on the "Info" and "Audio" tabs. These two areas are crucial for color processing and audio settings in your composition. Let's dive in and explore these elements in detail.

Key Insights

• The right workspace of After Effects is divided into various tabs that provide information and options.
• When working with the "Info" tab, you will receive data about color values and the position of your selected object.
• In the "Audio" tab, you can adjust the volume and channel balance of your audio material.

Step-by-Step Guide

Right Workspace and Accordion Principle

The user interface of After Effects is divided into various sections. On the right side, you will find the so-called accordion layout, which opens and closes when you click on the headings. This allows for a clear navigation between different tabs. You can customize the tabs according to your needs by dragging and dropping, for example, moving the drawing tab to the desired position.

When you open one tab, the others automatically close, keeping the workspace organized.

The "Info" Tab

Let's move on to the first tab, the "Info" tab. Here, you can see information about the coloring of your selected pixel on the left side and about the positioning on the right side. As you navigate through the composition, the RGB value of your selected pixel will be displayed in the gray area. This is particularly useful for setting precise color tones for your elements.

In the example shown, the RGB values for red, green, and blue are all at 28. It's important to make a note of these values, especially when you need a specific shade for recurring elements.

Additionally, knowing the X and Y values of the positioning is helpful for precise placements within your composition. In this case, for example, the values were X: 1364 and Y: 452.

Color Values and Their Significance

The RGB values range from 0 to 255, representing an additive color display. The higher you set the values, the brighter the color becomes. For example, increasing the red values will make the object more reddish. You can easily adjust the desired values manually to achieve the perfect color.

It's important to understand these basics of color representation to ensure that you select and buff the right colors for your projects.

The "Audio" Tab

After covering the "Info" tab, let's take a look at the "Audio" tab. To demonstrate this part optimally, I'll load an MP3 file that we can customize. Here, you have the option to increase or decrease the volume of your audio file. For instance, you can raise the volume level of the car crash by 3.9 decibels.

Another useful aspect of the "Audio" tab is the ability to adjust the individual channels. You can adjust the left and right channels separately depending on how you want to shape the audio experience.

Also important is the ability to manually adjust the volume for each channel. I'm now setting the volume back to zero to restore the original volume of the media.

Preview and Application

The "Audio" tab also offers options for previewing to hear exactly how your adjustments sound before incorporating them into the final composition. Experiment with different volume levels and channel settings to achieve the optimal audio experience for your project.

Summary – After Effects Tutorial: Overview of the right workspace – Info and Audio

In this tutorial, you have learned how to effectively utilize the right workspace of After Effects by exploring the "Info" and "Audio" tabs. You can analyze color values, make precise placements, and fine-tune your audio settings. With these tools, you are better prepared to optimize your projects and achieve creative results.