Luma Key and Key Mask allow you to create clean, professional-looking overlays by removing dark backgrounds and controlling which parts of the image remain visible. These tools are ideal for graphics, logos, lower thirds and other visual elements used in live productions.
Luma Key
Luma Key removes darker areas of an image based on their brightness. It's particularly effective for graphics with a solid black background, allowing the subject or artwork to appear seamlessly over your video.
Key Mask
Key Mask lets you limit the area where the key is applied by making selected portions of the frame transparent. This is useful when your graphic doesn't fill the entire frame or when you want to hide unwanted areas of the image.
Softness
The Softness control smooths the edges of the mask, reducing harsh transitions and creating a more natural blend between the overlay and the background.
Shadow
The Shadow control darkens the masked area behind your graphic, increasing contrast and helping bright elements, such as white text or logos, stand out more clearly against the background.
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