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Applying a pre-created advanced DVE
$ Softness Lets you adjust the softness of the edge or border on your clip.
The higher the softness value, the less sharp the edge or border becomes.
5 To display a shadow behind your clip, make sure that Allow changes is
selected, then use the
Shadow modifiers as follows:
$ Color Click the button to select the color of your shadow.
$ Transparency Sets the transparency of your shadow. Levels range from
opaque (0) to fully transparent (100).
$ X Offset Sets the position of your shadow with respect to the horizontal
edges of your clip. Negative numbers move the shadow to the left, and
positive numbers move the shadow to the right.
$ Y Offset Sets the position of your shadow with respect to the vertical
edges of your clip. Negative numbers move the shadow to the bottom, and
positive numbers move the shadow to the top.
$ Z Offset Sets the depth of your shadow behind your clip.
6 If you want to apply custom settings to your effect, see “Creating a custom
advanced DVE” on page 96.
7 If you want to apply or change various transform settings, such as to change
your clip’s size, position, and rotation settings, see “Transforming your clip”
on page 149.
8 When you are satisfied with your effect, click OK to return to your Timeline.