Zoom, pan, play, pause
Learn to use non-visible design tools in the interface to aid in controlling and working with the timeline and media.
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Learning Outcomes:
- Navigate the timeline effectively using shortcuts
- Control playback and preview settings in After Effects
Level: Intermediate
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Timeline, Playback, Shortcuts
Key Insights
- Use the space bar for play and pause functionality.
- Adjust the start time code in composition settings.
- Utilize keyboard shortcuts for zooming in and out.
- Employ the hand tool for panning the timeline.
- Scrub through the timeline by dragging the playhead.
- Set work area by marking start and end points.
- Loop playback by adjusting the preview panel settings.
- Navigate the composition panel with mouse and keyboard.