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

It's a Wash

Need to put some life back into your washed-out video clips? You can use blend modes to increase saturation and contrast. Simply duplicate the washed out layer on the track above itself, and change blending modes. Be sure to experiment with several different modes to get alternative looks. Different source footage may require different modes, but this is a fun way to improve the quality of your footage.