User Guide

CHAPTER 6
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Fine-tuning Animation
To create a bounce or peak:
1 In the Timeline window, expand the outline for the keyframe you want to adjust. Then
click the triangle to the left of the property to display the Speed graph or the Velocity graph.
2 At the desired keyframe, drag the ease handle up until it is near the top of the graph.
Starting or stopping change gradually
Ease handles can also create gradual starts and stops, such as a boat slowing to a stop and
then starting again. When you use this technique, the Speed or Velocity graph resembles a
smooth U shape.
To start or stop change gradually:
1 In the Timeline window, expand the outline for the keyframe you want to adjust. Then
click the triangle to the left of the property to display the Speed graph or the Velocity graph.
2 At the desired keyframe, drag the ease handle down until it is near the bottom of the
graph.
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