Keyframes
Keyframes are markers on the timeline that lock a parameter's value at a specific point.
For example, if you set the X position of a layer to 0 at the first keyframe and 100 at the second, After Effects will automatically generate a smooth transition between 0 and 100, creating the animation.
In this chapter, you've learned:
- The basics of using keyframes to create animations in After Effects;
- How to set keyframes for various properties and adjust timing;
- How to use the graph editor to create smooth transitions for dynamic and polished animations.
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Create an animation of a star from the previous chapter, making it follow a square trajectory with ease-in and ease-out, while also rotating around itself.
The result will look like this:
1. What is the function of keyframes in After Effects?
2. How do you create a keyframe for a parameter in After Effects?
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Keyframes are markers on the timeline that lock a parameter's value at a specific point.
For example, if you set the X position of a layer to 0 at the first keyframe and 100 at the second, After Effects will automatically generate a smooth transition between 0 and 100, creating the animation.
In this chapter, you've learned:
- The basics of using keyframes to create animations in After Effects;
- How to set keyframes for various properties and adjust timing;
- How to use the graph editor to create smooth transitions for dynamic and polished animations.
Mentioned shortcuts
Task
Create an animation of a star from the previous chapter, making it follow a square trajectory with ease-in and ease-out, while also rotating around itself.
The result will look like this:
1. What is the function of keyframes in After Effects?
2. How do you create a keyframe for a parameter in After Effects?
Thanks for your feedback!
