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Mar 6, 2026 12:08 AM UTC
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In the new version (26) the transform effect keyframes reset when adjusting values

When using the Transform effect in Premiere Pro 26.0, adjusting the scale or position values causes the keyframe graph to reset to the default interpolation. Previously customized easing curves are lost, and I must manually recreate the graph each time.

Issue:
Transform effect keyframe interpolation resets when adjusting keyframe values.(IT HAPPENS TO EVERY SINGLE PROJECT IN THE NEW 26 VERSION, BOTH ON MY WINDOWS 11 AND ALSO ON MY MACBOOK M4)

Steps to Reproduce:
1. Apply the Transform effect to a clip
2. Add two scale keyframes
3. Adjust the interpolation graph (ease in/out)
4. Modify the scale value on a keyframe

Result:
The interpolation graph resets to default and removes the custom curve.

Expected Result:
Adjusting keyframe values should preserve the existing interpolation.

Additional Issue:
Because the graph resets automatically, creating and using Transform presets is currently impossible.

This behavior did not occur in Premiere Pro 25.5.


Premiere Pro Version: 26.0
Operating System: Windows 11
GPU: RTX 4060 (Driver: NVIDIA Studio Driver, Version: 591.74)
CPU: Ryzen 9 5900XT
RAM: 64gb RAM DDR4

    15 replies

    Ann Bens
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    Sep 23, 2026 11:42 AM UTC

    Fixed in 26.5.2 (quote: to be released end of the month) and current beta).
    Meantime dont use the arrow keys.

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    Participant
    Sep 23, 2026 11:18 AM UTC

    I’m having similar issues, keyframes all reset to default. I have to basically create my keyframe and adjust the scale/position/etc. then manually move the keyframe left and right and then back to where I want it before I hit “play”. And this method doesn’t gaurantee that it will work..and it’s affecting my edit speed so badly!!

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    Participant
    Sep 23, 2026 11:19 AM UTC

    I’m working on V26.5.1

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    Participating Frequently
    Sep 22, 2026 1:14 PM UTC

    Just installed latest 26.5.1 hoping it would fix key frame bugs. I can change a crop percentage but when I hit play it resets. I have to delete keyframes and manually type in numbers in the crop value or position. It is almost unworkable.  What did you do? 

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    Participating Frequently
    Sep 22, 2026 9:42 PM UTC

    Like, I go into effects, change the scale of something, leave the effect and hit play - and it’s back to where it was. This is very frustrating. Nothing sticks the first 6 attempts.

     

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    Participating Frequently
    Apr 24, 2026 5:14 PM UTC

    I’m also having the same issue and have been for a few Premiere versions now.  It’s infuriating that it’s taking so long to fix a really foundational thing… like I adjust keyframes hundreds of times a day, and it’s screwing up all of them.

     

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    Participating Frequently
    Apr 24, 2026 5:18 PM UTC

    Hey, they already fixed it. You just need to update to the newest version which is 26.2

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    jamieclarke
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    Apr 15, 2026 11:53 AM UTC

    Updating Status to Fixed in Premiere version 26.2

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    Participating Frequently
    Apr 16, 2026 3:45 PM UTC

    Oh, finally! Thank you so much!!!

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    jamieclarke
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    Mar 6, 2026 1:07 PM UTC

    Hi ​@Gabriel31799829ykh5 - This issue has been fixed in Premiere Beta version 26.2 build 20 and later and will be included in the next release Premiere version 26.2

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    Participating Frequently
    Mar 6, 2026 3:27 PM UTC

    Any idea on when the new version will come out? (Premiere 26.2)

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