Can't see the base from a layer? Or is it just dimmed? Is that what you want? Here's how to control base visibility...
There are different ways to control how the base layer appears—or disappears—when using added layers. It's good to know these options in case you need to troubleshoot a file that isn't displaying as...
Here's another function that can hide some objects while you're editing: Timeline Visualization.
When Timeline Visualization is turned on, you'll only see the objects that will be visible at the point in the Timeline where the playhead is. This is very handy, because it makes it easier to edit overlapping objects.
It can always be scary! If you don't realize it is on, you might wonder why you aren't seeing everything on the slide.
This image shows a slide with Timeline Visualization off. You can't see the details in the overlapping objects.
This image shows the same slide with Timeline Visualization on. The playhead is at 4 seconds in the Timeline. Now, you only see the objects that will be visible at that time.
