User`s guide

Chapter 8 Working with Text
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Setting Text Fill and Opacity
You can set the text fill and opacity to determine the fill type and its transparency. When you
use the parameters in the Fill tab (Controls window), they apply to all characters and are
animatable. If you want to apply a different fill type to individual character, use the Fill
parameters in the Text window. For information, see “Adding Fill” on page 407.
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If you are using the 3D Extrusion shape with text media, then only the Fill Color parameter
available. Instead, use the 3D Extrusion’s Materials tab to apply media or colors to the
faces of the text. For information, see “Applying Materials in 3D Space” on page 327.
You can also map media to the face(s) of text. For information, see “Working with Title
Containers” on page 422.
To set the fill:
1. Select the Text track in the timeline and display the Face track.
2. From the Fill tab (Controls window), select the Fill On option.
3. From the Blend menu, select an Apply mode to determine how the fill is blended if there
is any overlap other characters—see Apply Modes in the Avid FX Reference Guide.
4. Use the Fill Opacity controls to set the transparency of the fill.
5. Use the Fill Color controls to select a color from the system color picker or use the
eyedropper to select a color from the screen.
For more detailed information on the Fill tab parameters, see “Fill Tab” on page 485.
Adding Borders to Text
The Border tab options let you add border effects to the text. You can apply up to five
different border styles to the edges of the text, and create beveled or glowing text effects.
The parameters in the Border tab apply to all characters in the Text track. To apply different
borders to each character, use the Text window Border parameters. For information, see
“Applying Borders” on page 408.