How do I create a split scrren that doesn’t lock to the image?

[Russell Lasson]

I’d use the alpha matte blending mode. Then use solids to define the areas to be split. You’ll end up with quite a few layers.

-Russ

[Per Rönnecke]

Thank’s Russel! That should be working. As you said, some layers!

It was easier in the old days with a linear switcher….and some b-rolls 🙂

Thanks again!

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You need to download the FCP plugIn called DH Box-

https://www.digital-heaven.co.uk/fcplugins/dh_box.php

Take a look at the demo.

The plugIn costs…

$20.00

[Per Rönnecke]

Thanks, Matte!

I have downloaded the demo and will try it tomorrow. Seems to be something I’ve been looking for. Almost like the old fashion way 🙂

Thanks again!

/Per

[Chris Poisson]

For track mattes with solids I use “travel matte luma.” I use this A LOT, it is very flexible and easy to keep track of by using a specified color matte for each layer, a little trick I found. That way you can quickly tell which matte you need to move.

I usually just use the matte generator and the crop sliders. it is a very fast and clean workflow.

DH Box is very good, but I don’t think it’s as quick as dragging things in the canvas. Render times are probably a wash.

Have a wonderful day.

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[Chris Poisson] “DH Box is very good, but I don’t think it’s as quick as dragging things in the canvas. Render times are probably a wash.”

But for $20, its a miracle.

[Chris Poisson]

Still not as flexible as using travel mattes in my opinion. But very good.

Have a wonderful day.

[Per Rönnecke]

Thanks, all! I used the travel matte and I’m at the moment satisfied. I didn’t try the DH-Box, but I will when I don’t have a deadline 🙂

/Per