I use VEGAS PRO 17. When I add PNG image files to my timeline the transparent background always appears black. How do I make a PNG image file appear over a video on my timeline?
@David-Pearson AFAIK, png images don't necessarily have an alpha (transparent) layer. You need to check that your png images do.
@David-Pearson AFAIK, png images don't necessarily have an alpha (transparent) layer. You need to check that your png images do.
Thank you Jack S, I don't see anything in the properties about an alpha layer. I created the png file myself in a program I have. Does that mean I won't be able to use these png files?
Right click on the event, properties, media, Alpha and choose Straight Unmatte
Also, make sure it's on a track above whatever is supposed to be behind it.
@David-Pearson If the method described by @alifftudm95 doesn't work for you, I personally would import the png into GIMP, go to Layer/Transparency/Add Alpha Channel then go to Colors/Color to Alpha and convert the background colour to alpha (transparent).
Also, make sure it's on a track above whatever is supposed to be behind it.
That worked...thank you!
You might mark that as the solution. If you put it in the same track as the background, you "replace" the background. That's why it has to be on a track above the background.