Vector Animation
After Effects excels at animating vector graphics. Import SVG files or Illustrator artwork and animate with infinite scalability and crisp edges at any resolution.
Key Concepts
SVG Import
- Drag and drop SVG files into project panel
- Convert to shape layers for full control
- Preserve vector quality at any scale
Illustrator Integration
- Import as Composition to retain layers
- Create Shapes from Vector Layer for path control
- Continuously rasterize for sharp scaling
Tips & Best Practices
- Expand strokes in Illustrator before importing for better compatibility
- Use 'Create Shapes from Vector Layer' for path animation access
- Keep Illustrator files linked for easy updates
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