The August 2025 release of Adobe After Effects (version 25.4) introduces Quick Offset, a direct way to stagger multiple layers or keyframes in the Timeline. Holding Cmd + Option (macOS) or Ctrl + Alt (Windows) while dragging adjusts timing so that the first selection stays fixed, the last moves the full distance, and intermediate layers are evenly spaced. The same works for keyframes across layers, aided by on-screen “Total Offset” and “Per Layer” timing indicators.
Paste Just the Formatting
A new Paste Text Formatting Only command allows users to transfer styling, such as font, size, colour, and weight, without overwriting the text content itself. This makes it possible to unify typography without losing scripted or manually typed content.
HDR with CICP Metadata
After Effects 25.4 now supports CICP (Colour Information, Colour Primaries) metadata for HDR import and export. This ensures colour-space information is preserved when moving HDR content between formats or devices.
Info at Your Fingertips
In the Effects & Presets panel, each effect now has an Info button linking directly to relevant documentation or detailed descriptions, reducing the need to search for technical references elsewhere.
Compatibility and Caution
The update supports Windows 10 or later and macOS 12.0 or later, with macOS Monterey (12.x) excluded for this release. Users on unsupported systems must remain on After Effects 25.3.2 or earlier. As always, new versions should be tested in a controlled environment before deployment in production.
