In the context of using the software, "paper" often refers to specific artistic styles or workflows:

: A textbook-style guide by Against The Clock, Inc.. 🎨 Creative "Paper" Techniques

Locate for creating a "paper cutout" style in Animate.

: Tutorials exist for creating optical illusions and paper depth effects within the software.

: A detailed technical guide by Apress (2017).

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