Null objects are invisible layers in After Effects that can be used for efficient control of movement of other layers. Use the parent pick whip to have other layers follow the null object. Then, you only need to alter the Null object (the parent), and the other layers (the child, or parented, layers) will follow.
Watch this short tutorial to see a Null Object control the rotation, position and scale properties of four shape layers:
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Andy Ford is a Florida-based digital strategist and video producer with 25 years of experience. His career has spanned the sports, news, corporate, and healthcare environments. He is an Adjunct Professor for the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, instructor for industry conferences, tutorial author for CreativeCOW, and an Adobe Certified Professional in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Video Design. In his spare time, Andy enjoys traveling, cooking, and the great outdoors.
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