Keyframe Assistant
Apply interpolation methods like Easy Ease, Hold, or convert keyframe types to control animation smoothness.
Animation
Shortcut: F9 (Easy Ease)Intermediate10 min readQuick Reference
Keyframe Assistant
Adobe After EffectsKeyboard Shortcut
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Where to Find
Right-click a keyframe and choose Keyframe Assistant from the menu. The most common option, Easy Ease, can be applied wi
Best Used For
- ▸Making animations smooth and natural
- ▸Creating professional easing effects
- ▸Controlling acceleration and deceleration
- ▸Switching between interpolation methods
Intermediate⏱ 1-2 hours to master
Key Settings
Easy Ease: F9 shortcutEasy Ease In: Shift+F9Easy Ease Out: Ctrl+Shift+F9
Keyframe Assistant transforms robotic linear motion into smooth, professional animation. With Easy Ease (F9), your keyframes automatically get smooth acceleration and deceleration. This single shortcut is the fastest way to elevate your animation quality from amateur to professional.
Where to Find
Right-click a keyframe and choose Keyframe Assistant from the menu. The most common option, Easy Ease, can be applied with the shortcut F9.
How to Use
- Easy Ease (F9): Softens the animation curve at the keyframe for smooth acceleration/deceleration
- Easy Ease In (Shift+F9): Smooths only the entrance to the keyframe
- Easy Ease Out (Ctrl+Shift+F9): Smooths only the exit from the keyframe
- Hold Keyframe: Creates an instant change with no interpolation between keyframes
Pro Tips
- Apply Easy Ease (F9) to all keyframes as a default for more natural motion
- Use the Graph Editor to fine-tune the speed curves after applying Easy Ease
- Hold keyframes are great for stop-motion style animations
- Convert between linear and Bezier interpolation in the Graph Editor