How To Motion Track Objects In Premiere Pro
Howto & Style
Sure! Let's start with Step 1.
Introduction
If you want to create a stunning motion tracking effect in Adobe Premiere Pro, follow these detailed steps. This guide will simplify the process for you.
Step 1: Applying the Transform Effect
- Open the Effects panel.
- Search for Transform.
- Apply the Transform effect to your clip.
Step 2: Adjusting the Scale Value
- With the clip selected, go to the Effect Controls panel.
- Change the Scale value to avoid black borders around your video.
Step 3: Adding Rulers and Guides
- In your preview window, click on the plus icon.
- Drag Rulers and Guides to your toolbar.
- Click OK to confirm.
Step 4: Enabling Rulers and Guides
- Click to enable both Rulers and Guides.
- Go to the top ruler until you see a crosshair icon, then drag it down to your object.
- Repeat the same steps for the side ruler.
Step 5: Repositioning Your Camera
- Zoom out a bit.
- Reposition your camera so you can see the lines more clearly. These lines are now your reference points.
Step 6: Keyframing
- Use the right arrow key to move one frame forward.
- Adjust the position values so that your object is in the center of the lines.
- Move one frame forward and reposition it.
- Repeat this process throughout the clip. Once you're done, you should have a lot of keyframes.
Step 7: Adjusting Shutter Angle
- Uncheck Use Composition Shutter Angle.
- Change the Shutter Angle to 360°.
And there you have it! You should now have a perfectly motion-tracked clip. Click on the next video to learn another insane effect!
Keywords
- Motion tracking effect
- Premiere Pro
- Transform effect
- Scale value
- Rulers and Guides
- Keyframing
- Shutter angle
FAQ
Q: How do I avoid black borders around my video when motion tracking?
A: Change the scale value in the Effect Controls panel to ensure that black borders don't appear.
Q: How do I add rulers and guides to my toolbar?
A: In the preview window, click the plus icon, drag Rulers and Guides to the toolbar, and click OK.
Q: Why do I need to adjust the shutter angle?
A: Adjusting the shutter angle to 360° ensures smoother motion in your tracked effect.
Q: What if my object doesn't stay in the center of the lines?
A: You may need to manually adjust the position values frame by frame, ensuring the object stays centered within the reference lines.