How to Use Layers in Pictory!
TLDRCharlotte from PI introduces the new 'Layers' feature in Pictory, a tool that enhances customization in video projects. Viewers learn to navigate the layer page, change background colors, resize and move visuals, and add captions and stickers. The tutorial covers creating title pages, arranging visuals in grids, using color overlays, and styling layers with animations. The possibilities with layers are endless, inviting users to unleash their creativity.
Takeaways
- 🌸 Layers are a new feature in Pictory that allows for more customization in video editing.
- 📂 Start by accessing your Pictory account and either creating a new project or opening an existing one.
- 🌸 The Visuals Library offers a variety of videos, such as cherry blossom visuals, that can be used in your project.
- 🎨 You can add multiple layers to each scene, enhancing the depth and complexity of your video.
- 🖌️ Change the background color by clicking on the color fill icon and selecting a solid color or using the Color Picker.
- 🖼️ Resize and move visuals within a scene to create a title page or other effects.
- 📝 Add captions by selecting the caption layer, adjusting its content, and positioning it in the desired location.
- 🎨 Add stickers by searching in the elements tab and resizing and moving them to your preferred area.
- 🔗 Create a grid of visuals by adding multiple visuals as layers and adjusting their size and position.
- 🌈 Use color overlays or textures by adding a color image from the Visuals Library and adjusting its size and position.
- 🎬 Preview your scene by clicking the play button to see how the layers and visuals work together in motion.
Q & A
What is the latest feature introduced in Pictory?
-The latest feature introduced in Pictory is layers, designed to empower customization.
How do you access the new layers feature in Pictory?
-To access the new layers feature, head to your Pictory account and either create a new project or open an existing one.
What can you do with the layers feature in the visuals library?
-With the layers feature, you can add more than one visual to each scene, allowing for more customization and creativity.
How do you change the background color in a Pictory project?
-To change the background color, click on the color fill icon and select a pre-made solid color or create your own using the Color Picker.
How can you resize and move a visuals layer in Pictory?
-After selecting the visuals layer, you can resize and move it to your desired position within the scene.
What is the purpose of the caption layer in Pictory?
-The caption layer is used to add text, such as titles or descriptions, to your project.
How do you add a sticker to your Pictory project?
-To add a sticker, select the elements tab, type in what you would like, select your chosen sticker, and click on it within the scene to resize and move it to your desired area.
How can you create a grid of visuals in Pictory?
-To create a grid of visuals, select the visuals tab, find one you like, and add another visual as a layer by clicking on the plus icon. Repeat this process to fill the grid.
What is the purpose of the color overlay in Pictory?
-The color overlay can be used to add a color gradient or texture to your project, enhancing the visual appeal.
How do you preview a scene in Pictory?
-To preview a scene, click on the play button and watch your scene in action.
What are some creative ways to style layers in Pictory?
-You can style layers by placing them above text, enlarging them to spread across the screen with a color block underneath, or decreasing their size to fit within the scene alongside other visuals.
Outlines
🎨 Introducing Layers for Creative Freedom
Charlotte from PI introduces the new Layers feature, designed to enhance customization in projects. Users can start by accessing their PI account to create or open a project. Charlotte demonstrates the feature by creating a cherry blossom-themed explainer video, showcasing the ability to add multiple videos to each scene. She explains how to change the background color using the Color Picker, resize and move visuals, and create a title page. Charlotte also shows how to adjust captions and add stickers to the scene, providing a detailed walkthrough of using layers to enhance visual projects.
📸 Enhancing Scenes with Multiple Visuals
Charlotte demonstrates how to create a grid of four different visuals in a single scene by adding multiple layers. She shows how to resize and position each visual, speeding up the process for efficiency. Additionally, she explains how to use the visuals library to add color images as overlays for gradients or textures. By adjusting the layers' order and visibility, users can create intricate and visually appealing scenes. She also highlights how to preview scenes to see the results in action.
🌸 Styling Layers for Consistency and Creativity
Charlotte explores different ways to style layers within a background color. She shows how to position text and visuals to create a balanced layout, ensuring consistency across scenes. By using the visuals library, she finds complementary visuals and adds them as layers, resizing and positioning them for a cohesive look. She also demonstrates how to have two visuals playing side by side, providing a preview to see how they interact. This section emphasizes the creative potential of layering multiple elements in a project.
🔄 Overlaying Visuals and Fine-Tuning Details
Charlotte explains how to overlay two visuals at once by converting the background image to a layer and adjusting its opacity. She shows how to move layers beneath or above each other to achieve the desired visual effect. By fine-tuning the caption and adjusting animation speed, Charlotte demonstrates how to polish the final video. The preview feature allows users to see how the changes flow together, highlighting the endless possibilities that the Layers feature offers. The team at Pictory eagerly anticipates seeing the creative projects users will create with these new tools.
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Keywords
💡Layers
💡Customization
💡Cherry Blossom
💡Visuals Library
💡Color Picker
💡Resize
💡Stickers
💡Grid
💡Color Overlay
💡Animation
💡Consistency
Highlights
Introduction of the latest feature 'layers' in Pictory to empower customization.
Accessing the Pictory account to create a new project or open an existing one.
Utilizing the visuals library to experiment with cherry blossom season visuals.
Adding more than one visual to each scene with the new layers feature.
Navigating to the new layers icon to access different layers in each scene.
Changing the background color using the color fill icon and color picker.
Resizing and moving the visuals layer to create a title page.
Adding a caption layer and centering it in the scene.
Removing the background color to match the visuals' aesthetic.
Adding stickers by selecting elements and resizing them to fit the scene.
Creating a grid of four different visuals by adding layers.
Using a color image as a color overlay for a gradient or texture effect.
Previewing the scene with the play button to watch it in action.
Converting the background image to a layer to maintain the original image.
Styling layers within a background color with different positioning techniques.
Consistency in background color across different scenes for a cohesive look.
Overlaying two visuals at once for a dynamic scene effect.
Adjusting opacity and editing captions to fit the layered visuals.
Adding animations and adjusting speed for a customized video effect.
The endless possibilities with layers now available in Pictory.