How To Export Transparent Video In After Effects - Full Guide

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Introduction

I'll guide you through how you can export transparent backgrounds in After Effects. If you find this guide useful, please consider subscribing and leaving a like. Let's get started!

I have this Deadpool animation created in After Effects, and I want to export it with a transparent background. By default, After Effects exports videos with a black background, but we can change this setting to export with a transparent background.

  1. Step 1: In After Effects, go to Composition and click on Add to Render Queue.
  2. Step 2: In the Render Queue panel, go to Render Settings and choose Best Settings. Click OK.
  3. Step 3: Click on Output Module, and ensure the format is set to QuickTime. Under Video Output, select Alpha. In Format Options, choose Animation and press OK.
  4. Step 4: Select RGB plus Alpha, click OK, and choose your output location. Then click Render.

Now, your video will be exported with a transparent background, ready to be used in various projects.

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FAQ

  1. Can I export a video with a transparent background in After Effects? Yes, by setting the Output Module to QuickTime, selecting Alpha channel, and choosing the RGB plus Alpha option, you can export videos with transparent backgrounds in After Effects.

  2. What is the benefit of exporting a video with a transparent background? Exporting a video with a transparent background allows you to overlay the video on other content seamlessly, making it versatile for use in various projects like memes, overlays, or compositing in video editing.