Comic Shortcuts Auto Actions

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Just a collection of Auto Actions I made to save time and less clicking during my comic making process. I color code layers for ease of seeing. Not all may be helpful but I hope it helps some!
Rename Base
Time saver. Simply renames the selected layer to "Base".
Shade Multiply
Used for shading. Whatever layer you are on, a selection will be made and then a Multiply layer at 70% opacity will be created from that selection. It fills it in with a neutral gray that is helpful for boring scenes but please use fill bucket or a gradient on the layer itself to spice up the scene! A mask is created then cleared with the intent to draw on and keep layer intact. I recommend Lasso Fill for maximum efficiency! Can be duplicated.
Highlight Add (Glow)
Used for highlights. Whatever layer you are on, a selection will be made and then an Add (Glow) layer  at 70% opacity will be created from that selection. It fills it in with a neutral gray that is helpful for boring scenes but please use fill bucket or a gradient on the layer itself to spice up the scene! A mask is created then cleared with the intent to draw on and keep layer intact. I recommend Lasso Fill for maximum efficiency! Can be duplicated.
Overlay Layer
Time saver. I use Overlay on character eyes & hair a lot so this just preps the layer for me.
Dialogue outline
May not be helpful. I enjoy a soft watercolor outline on my dialogue balloons. Use this on the balloon itself or on a folder for all balloons to have a soft border affect, located under "layer properties"
Here is an example with a piece done with the actions and "Shade Multiply" done twice, customized with different colors instead of gray. The masks allow the layers to remain intact and the color coded layers lessen the amount of layer mix ups for those with trouble reading like me! 


Content ID:2060325

Published : 1 year ago

Last updated : 1 year ago

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A webcomic artist. My current project is a Thriller Romance called "Across Your Shattered Sky". Please enjoy it on WebtoonCanvas, Global Comix & NamiComi! Support appreciated <3