The ability to export multiple clips and/or sequences with a single command by stacking them up in a queue. In Motion, the Export using Compressor option can be used to generate a batch export.
behavior
An effect added to a motion graphics project to animate an object or layer. Behaviors are designed to work alone or in combination with one another, making it possible to create both basic motion effects and complex simulations involving multiple objects.
Bezier handles
The "control handles" attached to a Bezier curve that allow you to change the shape of the curve.
black level
The measurement of the black portion of the video signal. This level is represented by 7.5 IRE in the United States; Japan (NTSC) and PAL measurements are represented by 0 IRE.
See also [NTSC]
See also [PAL]
blanking
The black border around the edges of a raw video image. This is the image created by the video camera CCDsthe photosensitive receptors that translate the lens image into digital information. The very edge of the picture is usually worthless. These black pixels should be cropped out of your image if you plan to composite it over the top of other footage.
blend modes
The methods used to combine overlapping elements. Blend modes use different mathematical formulas to combine the pixels, creating different effects between the elements.
bluescreen
A solid blue background placed behind a subject and photographed so that later the subject can be extracted and composited onto another image.
See also [greenscreen]
Broadcast Safe
A color-correction filter that provides a fast method of dealing with clips whose luminance and chrominance levels exceed the broadcast limits for video. Recommended only as a final fail-safe.
