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Create a Non-Rectangular Window

If a normal rectangular window is unsuitable for your project, it is possible to create a custom shaped window. To accomplish this in AutoPlay Media Studio 5.0 first create a transparency mask.

  1. To create a transparency mask, create an image that has the same dimensions as your project.

  2. Now draw the window shape you want. Whatever you want visible make white, whatever you want hidden, make black:


  3. Save your image as a png image file.

  4. Once the mask is created, in AutoPlay click Project, then Window Settings. Click on Custom Mask, and select your image. Now on runtime, your project will take the shape of your mask:



     


Applies to:

Standard Edition

Professional Edition