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Ian Robinson

A seasoned motion graphics designer, educator, and creative director.

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Create and Animate Text Using Presets

Learn how to create eye-catching text animations and customize the presets to fit your needs.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply text animation presets effectively.
  • Customize keyframes for unique animations.

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Animation, Text, Keyframes

Key Insights

  • Text animation presets simplify complex animations.
  • Presets can be customized for individual letters or words.
  • Use the info panel to check real-time playback.
  • Organize project files in the project panel.
  • Adjust keyframes by dragging in the timeline.
  • Hold ALT/Option to squeeze or stretch keyframes.
  • Select layers to access specific properties quickly.
  • Use the horizontal type tool to add text.
  • Animation timing can be adjusted easily.
  • Preview finished compositions for reference.