After Effects Integration

This guide will show you how to use the mask exported from Vollage in After Effects to isolate your object from the background.

Step 1

Import and prepare your files in After Effects

1. Importing Files

• Start by opening After Effects and creating a new project
• Make sure that the extracted mask file is ready to be used
• Drag and drop the original video file and the object folder to the project

2. Setting Up the Mask Frame

• Right-click on your mask PNG file
• Select Interpret Footage > Main
• In the settings menu, adjust the frame rate to match your original video
• Press OK to confirm the changes

Step 2

Apply the mask to your video using Track Matte

1. Setting Up Track Matte

• Drag the imported mask file above your video in the timeline
• Position it to align perfectly with your footage
• Select your main video layer
• In the TrkMat dropdown menu, select Luma Matte

2. Final Adjustments

• Ensure the mask and video are properly aligned
• Preview the result by pressing the spacebar
• Make any necessary timing adjustments