A **Text layer** in After Effects is a layer that basically contains text.  

Each text layer can hold only one block of text, but you can apply different parameters to it.

In this chapter, **you've learned**:
- How to create and animate text layers in After Effects;
- The unique capabilities of text layers, including animating individual characters, words, or lines;
- How to use these tools to create dynamic text animations.

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This project was created in the video lesson, and you have the opportunity to download it, open it in After Effects, and explore it. We will also sometimes provide project files for upcoming chapters for you to explore further:

## Homework
Recreate these two text animations.

What unique capability do text layers have in After Effects compared to other layer types?


This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Adobe After Effects, covering essential tools and techniques for animation, motion graphics, and visual effects. You'll engage in precise practice, learning to create full animations and advanced transitions in dedicated chapters. By the end, you'll have the skills to craft dynamic animations and high-quality video content through hands-on projects.

You'll explore the core interface and functionality of After Effects, learning how to navigate compositions, layers, and essential tools. You'll also learn how to organize your projects effectively and gain a strong understanding of basic transformations, laying the groundwork for more complex animation tasks.

This section focuses on mastering key animation principles, such as keyframing and easing, along with learning to create a complete animation on a real example in a dedicated chapter and making motion graphics transitions in another.

Now you'll explore more advanced features such as chroma keying with the Keylight effect, using masks for refining effects, Adjustment Layers for applying effects to multiple layers, and pre-composing for better project organization. Additionally, you'll practice creating professional transitions, perfecting techniques like zooms and whip pans, with an emphasis on precise execution.

Adobe After Effects Basics

Text Layer

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Homework