Tutorial #8

Adding Effects to a Library Symbol
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For this example we will build upon the RESIZING A LIBRARY SYMBOL file. Click here to download the file. Here are the steps to adding effects to a symbol:

1. Select the object to make it active.
   Put the PLAYHEAD on FRAME 1. Editing objects should occur in a keyframe.
   
   
2. Open the EFFECTS PANEL.
   Select WINDOW / PANELS / EFFECT.
   
   
   
3. Select ALPHA from the drop down menu.
   
   
   
4. Adjust the slider bar to alter the ALPHA TRANSPARENCY .
   The object becomes transparent as you adjust the slider.
   
   
   
5. Experiment with BRIGHTNESS, TINT and ADVANCED.