Motion Graphics in After Effects: The 4 Effects We Use in 90% of Work
Basic text entry with ease
Fade + slight upward motion with exponential ease. Used on 80% of text cards. Never feels wrong.
Draw-on lines
Trim paths with ease. For underlines, callouts, diagrams. Small detail that reads as professional motion.
Scale on emphasis
Key moments need a small scale-up (1.05x) back to 1.0. Adds weight to important words without being flashy.
Camera shake restraint
Used sparingly, adds energy. Used constantly, looks cheap. Save it for specific moments of intensity.