Tiffany Haney
Creating multiple pan crops in Vegas 14 can be done in several ways. One method is to use the Track Motion tool instead of Event Pan/Crop, which allows you to move the entire track. Another way is to parent/child two tracks with one clip per track and use Parent Track Motion to make the clips move and animate together. Additionally, you can pan/crop one clip, then copy and paste the keyframes into another clip's pan/crop dialogue, causing both clips to track each other.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to create multiple pan crops in Vegas 14 | Use the Track Motion tool instead of Event Pan/Crop. Right-click inside the Event Pan/Crop window and select Default Restore. Make sure Sync to Cursor is not turned on. |
| How to use Event Pan/Crop | Use the controls in the Position heading on the left side of the Event Pan/Crop dialog to create a selection box that will crop or zoom your video. Adjust the selection area to change the viewable portion of the event. Drag the corner of the selection box to rotate the event. |
| How to create multiple Bézier masks | Use the controls in the Path heading on the left side of the Event Pan/Crop dialog. Select the Mask row in the keyframe controller. Select the Mask checkbox to apply the mask. Repeat steps 3 through 5 to create multiple Bézier masks. |
| How to create an animated mask | Use the keyframe controller at the bottom of the Event Pan/Crop window to establish distinct mask settings throughout the event. |
| How to pan/crop multiple pieces of media together | Pan/crop one of the clips, then copy/paste those keyframes into the other clip's pan/crop dialogue. Parent/child two tracks, 1 clip per track, and use "Parent Track Motion". |
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What You'll Learn
Use the Track Motion tool
To create multiple pan crops in Vegas Pro 14, you can use the Track Motion tool. This feature allows you to apply pan and crop effects to an entire track, giving you more flexibility compared to the Event Pan/Crop tool, which is limited to individual clips.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use the Track Motion tool:
- Open Vegas Pro 14 and load your project.
- Right-click inside the Event Pan/Crop window and select "Default Restore" to reset any existing keyframes.
- Ensure that "Sync to Cursor" is turned off to prevent accidental keyframe creation.
- Go to the Track Motion settings for your desired track. You can do this by clicking on the Track Motion icon, which looks like a filmstrip with a curved arrow.
- Adjust the top controls to enable scaling and positioning. Disable any X or Y lock to allow for proper scaling.
- Drag the top corner towards the centre to scale down your image or video. You can also manually enter a value in the Width field to make it smaller or larger.
- Position your media by entering values into the X and Y position fields. Positive X values move the image right, negative X values move left, positive Y values move up, and negative Y values move down.
- If needed, use the mouse wheel to zoom in on the workspace for more precise adjustments.
- Repeat these steps for each track where you want to apply pan and crop effects.
By using the Track Motion tool, you can create multiple pan crops in Vegas Pro 14 without the need for grouping or nesting clips. This method provides a simple and effective way to achieve your desired results.
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Parent/child two tracks
To create a parent-child relationship between two tracks, go to the desired track and click the "Make Compositing Child" icon. This is a pale blue strip with a dark blue arrow initially pointing down. Once clicked, the arrow will point up, indicating that the track is now a child of the track above it.
Now, use the "Parent Motion" icon, found on the far left side of the "Parent Track Controller", to shrink or zoom the composited tracks. This will allow you to move and animate both clips together, creating a simple multi-track composite.
It is important to note that while the parent-child feature is similar to pan/crop, it is not exactly the same. If you want to pan/crop multiple clips together, you would need to copy and paste the keyframes from one clip's pan/crop dialogue into the other clip's pan/crop dialogue.
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Use the Event Pan/Crop window
To use the Event Pan/Crop window in Vegas 14, first, select the Video Event Pan/Crop option from the Tools menu or simply click the Pan/Crop button on the video event. This will open the Event Pan/Crop window.
You can adjust the selection area to change the viewable portion of the event. To resize the selection box, drag the handles located around the perimeter of the box. If you want to enter specific dimensions, expand the Position heading on the left side of the window and type new values in the Width and Height boxes. If you want to retain the aspect ratio during resizing, select the Lock Aspect Ratio button. If you want the selection box to retain its centre point when you resize, select the Size About Centre button.
You can also rotate the entire frame by dragging the corner of the selection box. To enter a specific rotation angle, expand the Rotation heading and type a new value in the Angle box. If you want to rotate the video around a different centre point, you can enter new values in the X Centre and Y Centre boxes.
To create a mask, select the anchor creation tool on the left side of the Event Pan/Crop window and click in the workspace. You can edit the curves as necessary and smooth the path by right-clicking the curve and choosing Initialize Tangents. If you want to create multiple Bézier masks, repeat the steps for creating a mask. You can also create an animated mask by using the keyframe controller at the bottom of the Event Pan/Crop window.
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Create a selection box
To create a selection box in Vegas Pro, you can use the Selection Edit tool. First, go to Edit > Editing Tool > Selection. Next, click on the first event you want to select, then hold Shift and click on the last event. This will create a selection box around all the events in between.
Alternatively, you can use the following procedure to select multiple events that are located next to each other. With the Normal or Selection tool active, click on the event. The event will be highlighted, indicating that it has been selected. Hold the Shift key and click the first and last events you want to select. The events in between will also be highlighted.
To select all of the events in the project, choose Select from the Edit menu, and then choose Select All from the submenu. When you have finished selecting events, release the Shift key.
If you want to select multiple events that are not located next to each other, hold the Ctrl key and click the events you want to select. To deselect an event, simply click it again. When you have finished selecting events, release the Ctrl key.
To create a time selection without moving the event, hold Ctrl+Shift while dragging.
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Use keyframes to animate
Keyframes are a powerful tool in Vegas Pro 14, allowing you to create stunning animations and effects. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use keyframes to animate multiple pan crops:
Step 1: Understanding Keyframes
Keyframes contain states, which are combinations of parameters such as size, position, shape, colour, rotation, and brightness. As your timeline progresses from one keyframe to the next, Vegas interpolates the positions between them, smoothly transitioning the image from one state to another.
Step 2: Creating Keyframes
To create a keyframe, open the Keyframe Controller and position the cursor where you want to add it. Click the "Insert Keyframe" button, and a new keyframe will be added to the timeline. The new keyframe's attributes are copied from the previous one, allowing you to make subtle changes without resetting all your settings.
Step 3: Adjusting Keyframe Timing
If you need to adjust the timing of your keyframes, simply drag and drop them to new positions in the Keyframe Controller timeline. You can also use the Ctrl and Shift keys to select multiple keyframes and adjust their spacing equally.
Step 4: Modifying Interpolation
Right-click on a keyframe to adjust the interpolation, which defines how aggressive the change is between keyframes. The default is a linear interpolation, with each step between keyframes being the same degree. However, you can choose a smooth interpolation, which slows down and speeds up the animation, creating a more natural-looking effect.
Step 5: Applying to Pan Crops
Now, let's apply these keyframes to your pan crops. First, ensure you are using the Event Pan/Crop tool. Right-click inside the Event Pan/Crop window and select "Restore to Default" if needed. Then, create your first keyframe, defining the initial state of your pan crop. This could include the size and position of your image.
Step 6: Animating Multiple Pan Crops
To animate multiple pan crops, you can copy and paste keyframes between clips. Create your desired keyframes for the first clip, then copy them and paste into the pan/crop dialogue of the second clip. Repeat this process for any additional clips you want to animate.
By following these steps, you can use keyframes to animate multiple pan crops in Vegas Pro 14, creating dynamic and visually appealing effects for your projects.
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Frequently asked questions
The first method is to pan/crop one clip, then copy/paste those keyframes into the other clip's pan/crop dialogue. The second method is to parent/child two tracks, 1 clip per track, and use "Parent Track Motion".
First, make sure Sync to Cursor is not turned on, otherwise, you may create keyframes by mistake. Then, open Track Motion for the .png file. Make sure the top controls are correct – if you have X or Y lock turned on at the top, you will not be able to scale properly. Drag the top corner towards the centre to scale the picture.
Put each clip on its own track and use Track Motion.
Import the images using the "import image sequence" function under File / Open (checkbox at the bottom of the screen). They will then come in as one single video clip.
