Drive layers by curves

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The Follow Path modifier can be added to a layer's transform to move a it along a path:

  • Switch to the Shape Tool
  • Select the Follow Path Modifier option in the top Option bar
  • Select the layer that you want to animate
  • Start drawing a path

A "Follow Path" modifier will be automatically added as a Transform Modifier, on this layer.

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To make the layer follow the path, jsut add keyframes or generator on the Position parameter. This value indicates the position on the path from 0 (first point) to 1 (last point).

For more information about the follow path modifier, please refer to its documentation in the "Modifiers" section.