Apple Final Cut Express 4 - Manual (Page 750)

750 Part IX Effects and Color Correction
6 With the Selection tool selected, hold down the Shift key, then drag one of the corners
of the sign graphic to change its scale to match that of the building.
7 With the Selection tool, drag the center point of the sign graphic to move it so that its
position matches that of the wall.
8 Select the Distort tool in the Tool palette, then drag each of the four corners of the sign
graphic until they match the perspective of the side of the building.
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Tip: To make the sign look more convincing, you can also add a subtle drop shadow by
enabling the Drop Shadow attribute in the Motion tab of the sign clip.
Scale down the size of
the sign graphic.
Move the graphic so it’s
positioned entirely on
the building’s side.
Use the Distort tool to
match the perspective
of the building.