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MASK LAYER
A mask works like a stencil or paper cut-out from where we can see what is behind it through the
holes.
ADDING A MASK LAYER
A mask layer is a type of layer which is used to show or hide a portion of our layer. To add a mask
layer, follow the given steps:
2 Click on 3 Click on the
the New Mask option.
Layer button.
1 Select the
layer to insert
a mask to it.
DRAWING A MASK
To draw a mask, follow the given steps:
2 Click in the
text box and type
the desired text
on the mask. 3 Click on Lock icon
to lock the mask layer.
1 Unlock the
mask layer to
add the text.
SYMBOL AND INSTANCE
A symbol is an object in Adobe Animate. It can be a graphic, a button or a movie clip that can be
created and stored in the library. A symbol once created and stored in the library can be reused.
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