Q: Transform/Zoom inside a mask
Hello!
I've got a little problem with applying a transform actions inside a mask. What I want to do is define a certain space, like 800x800px in absolut value, which position should not change, while the material of the clip is in 4k. If I apply a mask to "Effects" and then use "Transform" to change values, it changes the position of the mask as well - I don't want that. I want the mask to stay fixed, while I zoom and pan around in the clip.
Can anybody help me? Please bear in mind I'm new to Final Cut Pro X.
Mac Pro (Late 2013), OS X El Capitan (10.11.1)
Posted on Nov 11, 2015 3:16 AM
Here is another option:
Since the mask does not change, you can do this in a sort of reverse way.
1) Put what is supposed to be the "background" clip atop the one you want to mask.
2) Apply the desired mask to the "background" clip, and click on "Invert mask". This will make the center of the clip transparent, so the other clip will show through the "box" you cut out of it.
3) Move and scale the "foreground" clip as much as you want.
Edit: you may do this without reversing the position of clips in the timeline by setting the "Blend mode" of the foreground clip to "behind".
Edit 2: I tested this on my mac and it worked like a charm :-)
Posted on Nov 12, 2015 4:39 AM