The Bump Map effect simulates surface texture by creating bumps and shading based on a height map. It uses light and shadow to make the layer appear textured or rough, adding a realistic feel to your animations.

Key Features

Bump Map Effect

1. Bump Map
Defines the texture or height map that determines the surface bumps.

  • Options:
    • Layer Luminance: Uses the layerโ€™s brightness for height brighter pixels are higher, darker pixels are lower.
    • Background Luminance: Uses the brightness of layers behind it.
    • Presets: Includes options like Canvas, Leather, Mud, Parchment, Wood, and Weave.
    • Default: Canvas.

2. Fill
Controls the color of the surface before lighting.

  • Options:
    • Layer: Uses the original layer colors.
    • Background: Fills with the background layers.
    • Color: Fills with a solid color (set with Fill Color).
    • Default: Background.

3. Light Source Settings

  • Shading: Choose between Point Light (like a bulb) or Directional Light (like sunlight).
  • Intensity: Controls the brightness of the light. (Default: 100%)
  • Shine & Specularity: Adjust the shininess or reflectivity of the surface.
  • Ambient Light: Adds soft, scattered light. (Default: 0.6)
  • Light Color: Customize light and highlight colors.
  • Direction & Elevation: Position the light source.

4. Surface Properties

  • Height: Sets how much the bumps stick out or sink in. (Range: -100% to 100%; Default: 10%)
  • Smoothing: Reduces roughness or noise in the texture. (Range: 1 to 10; Default: 1)

How to Use It

  1. Add Realistic Textures
    • Select a built-in preset like Wood or Leather to add textures to solid colors or gradients.
  2. Customize Textures
    • Use Layer Luminance to define your texture from the layerโ€™s brightness, paired with a Background or solid color fill.
  3. Enhance Images or Videos
    • Use Layer Luminance as both the bump map and fill to create textured photo or video effects.
  4. Combine with Other Effects
    • Pair with Turbulence or Exposure/Gamma for weathered or decayed looks.
    • Combine with 3D effects using Depth Map shading for added realism.

Tips for Best Results

  • Subtle Adjustments: Keep Height and Intensity settings moderate for natural effects.
  • Lighting Control: Experiment with Shine and Specularity to achieve matte or glossy surfaces.
  • Avoid Overlapping 3D Effects: The Bump Map renders in 2D, so using it with 3D effects might not give the expected results.

Use Cases

  • Add Texture: Apply realistic textures to flat layers, such as creating woodgrain or leather patterns.
  • Custom Effects: Use photos or videos as custom bump maps for unique textures.
  • Weathered Surfaces: Combine with other effects for rusted or decayed appearances.

The Bump Map effect unlocks creative possibilities by adding depth and texture to your designs, making them stand out with stunning realism!

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Box Blur Effect

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