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karenf1
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March 1, 2015
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Center anchor point?

  • March 1, 2015
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I am trying to create a starburst using the scale property. Keyframe at beginning at 100% > keyframe at end - 200%.

But I can't figure out how to have it expand evenly in all directions - which it would do if the anchor point were in the center of the circular starburst ( at least I think that's the problem?) Is there a way that I can fix the anchor point in the center so that the star / starburst doesn't also seem to "wander off" sideways as it grows. Many thanks for the help!

AE CS5.5

    Correct answer dcfreelancelot

    To change the position of the anchor point:

    1. Select the layer for which you want to change the anchor point

    2. Select the anchor point tool from the toolbar or use the keyboard shortcut (y)

    3. Position the anchor point (looks like scope crosshairs with a circle)

    A frame grab is attached.

    You can also automatically move the anchor point to the center of your layer with the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl + Alt + Home) if using Windows.

    Hope that helps.

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    thepixelsmith
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    thepixelsmithCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    September 5, 2024

    Command + Double-click the Pan Behind Tool will also set the anchor point to the center of the layer.

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      rizzip66051678
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      April 29, 2021

      home????

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      Anonymous
      May 1, 2021

      Just press Ctrl/ Cmd and double click the Anchor Point tool. It should go to the centre

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        dcfreelancelotCorrect answer
        Inspiring
        March 1, 2015

        To change the position of the anchor point:

        1. Select the layer for which you want to change the anchor point

        2. Select the anchor point tool from the toolbar or use the keyboard shortcut (y)

        3. Position the anchor point (looks like scope crosshairs with a circle)

        A frame grab is attached.

        You can also automatically move the anchor point to the center of your layer with the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl + Alt + Home) if using Windows.

        Hope that helps.

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          karenf1Author
          Known Participant
          March 1, 2015

          dcfreelancealot. Many thanks - this is perfection! I've written down those keystrokes! Again, many thanks for the generosity of your time!

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          dcfreelancelot
          Inspiring
          March 1, 2015

          You're welcome.  Also, I just realized that you are using version 5.5 in which case the Ctrl+Alt+Home keyboard shortcut will not work to automatically center the anchor point for your shape/mask layer.

          Instead, you can hold the Ctrl (or Cmd) button and double-click the anchor point tool to center the anchor point for a selected layer.

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