After Effects On the Spot[c] Time-Saving Tips and Shortcuts from the Pros

Okay, you're hooked and want to know about modes, but, boy, do those entries in online help make your head hurt. Here's what you need to know about modes.

• The underlying colors are the colors on the layer below that you want to change.

• Layer colors are original colors in the layer where blending modes will be used.

• Resulting colors are what occur when blending mode is applied.