Adobe After Effects 2020 V17.1 May 2026

When you are ready to export, do not use "Save As." You must render the composition: Select your composition in the timeline. Go to .

Precision is key in motion design. You can use visual aids to align your elements [2]: Ctrl/Cmd + R . Adobe After Effects 2020 v17.1

Right-click any layer and select Guide Layer [1]. This layer will be visible while you work but will not appear in your final render. 🎬 Rendering Your Work When you are ready to export, do not use "Save As