Step 1: Choose the composition you want to export
The first step is to select the composition you want to export as an MP4 file. In the After Effects project panel, locate the composition you wish to export and make sure it is selected.
Step 2: Go to “Composition” and select “Add to Adobe Media Encoder Queue”
Once you have your desired composition selected, navigate to the “Composition” menu at the top of the After Effects window. From the dropdown menu, click on “Add to Adobe Media Encoder Queue”. This action will add your composition to the Adobe Media Encoder for exporting.
Step 3: Configure the settings
After adding the composition to Adobe Media Encoder, a new window will appear. In this window, you can configure various settings for your MP4 export. Choose the format as “H.264”, which is the codec commonly used for MP4 files. Adjust other settings like resolution, frame rate, and bitrate according to your project requirements.
Step 4: Select the output destination
Before you start the export process, make sure to choose a location to save your MP4 file. Click on the “Output File” option in Adobe Media Encoder and select a suitable folder on your computer’s hard drive.
Step 5: Start the export process
Once you have configured all the settings and chosen the output destination, you’re ready to start the export process. Click on the “Start Queue” button in Adobe Media Encoder to begin exporting your composition as an MP4 file.
Step 6: Monitor the encoding progress
Adobe Media Encoder will now start encoding your composition into an MP4 file. You can monitor the progress in the queue panel. Depending on the length and complexity of your composition, this process may take some time.
Step 7: Check the exported MP4 file
After the encoding process is complete, navigate to the output destination you selected in step 4. You should see your exported MP4 file there. Open it in a media player to ensure the export was successful and that it meets your expectations.
Exporting your After Effects projects to MP4 format doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By following these comprehensive steps, you can easily create high-quality MP4 files that are ready to be shared on various platforms. With the versatile and widely supported MP4 format, your projects will reach a broader audience and make a lasting impact. Happy exporting!