Applying Masks to Replicators
Masks can be applied to a replicator’s source layer (used as the replicator cell source to
create the repeating onscreen elements) or to the replicator itself.
The following images show masks applied to the source layer of a replicator.
Mask applied to the replicator
cell source layer
When a masked layer is used as the source for a replicator cell, the mask is respected in
the elements that appear onscreen.
Original source
Circle mask applied to source
Masked layer used as
replicator source
Masks can also be applied to the replicator layer.
Mask applied to replicator
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Using the Replicator
When the mask is applied to a replicator, the entire pattern onscreen becomes masked.
Circle mask applied to the replicator
Note: Although masks cannot be applied to a 3D replicator, they can be applied to an
object used as a pattern source for 3D replicator.
For more information on working with masks, see
Masking a Layer or Group
.