(hasParent) ? (parent.opacity/100) * value : value;
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The parent's opacity value acts as a mulitplier for the child's
Useful snippet for getting current date
Fade a layer in and out using markers to set the duration
Apply this expression to the property you want to control (like opacity) and make sure it is referencing the correct control layer.
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