====== Add a Mask ======

In Objects and Animation, a Mask can be added in several ways:

  * Click on the "M" Icon in the Tool bar
  * Right Click in a Blank Space and choose "Add" and then "Mask"

There are three options:

  * Add a Mask Template
  * Add an Image/Video Mask
  * Add a Blank Mask

Whichever is chosen, remember that **__"White reveals and Black Conceals"__**

===== Mask Template =====

A further two options are offered:

  * The default sizes are shown

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  * The "Size in Pixels", "Width of Blur" and "Corner Radius" can be changed by using the slider or by direct input via keyboard

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  * Click OK to create the Mask - Note the "Mask Stencil":

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  * Add an Image to the "Mask Content" and adjust its position and Size:

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  * Add an Image beneath the Mask Container and adjust its position and size:
  * N.B. A Modifier has been added to the Image in the Mask Content to produce the Sepia Effect

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===== Blank Mask =====

  * A Blank Mask is created in the Object Panel:


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  * Right click on the "Mask Stencil" to add one or more Rectangles (or Pre-Prepared Images) as Masks
  * A rectangle will be added at the size of the Mask Container an will automatically be White

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  * Add one or more images to the Mask Content
  * Then add an image beneath the Mask 

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