Uploaded August 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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In this quicktip video, we'll go over some ways to control the position of objects and manipulate them using an Angle Control and expressions. This can be very helpful if you want to auto-animate or rig up something and control the animation or movement of things using a simple Angle Control (think mattes or character rigs).
Expression by Dan Ebberts:
a = effect(“Angle Control”)(“Angle”);
d = effect(“Slider Control”)(“Slider”);
r = degreesToRadians(a-90);
x = d*Math.cos(r);
y = d*Math.sin(r);
value + [x,y];
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In this quicktip video, we'll go over some ways to control the position of objects and manipulate them using an Angle Control and expressions. This can be very helpful if you want to auto-animate or rig up something and control the animation or movement of things using a simple Angle Control (think mattes or character rigs).
Expression by Dan Ebberts:
a = effect(“Angle Control”)(“Angle”);
d = effect(“Slider Control”)(“Slider”);
r = degreesToRadians(a-90);
x = d*Math.cos(r);
y = d*Math.sin(r);
value + [x,y];
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▸ Best Plugins and Tools for Motion Design & VFX: creativedojo.net/recommended
Follow the Dojo:
▸ Website: creativedojo.net
▸ Twitter: twitter.com/creativedojo
▸ Instagram: instagram.com/creative.dojo
▸ Facebook: facebook.com/creativedojo
Creative Dojo creates motion design & visual effects training, design tools, and industry content. Join the community, get access to powerful design tools and assets, and learn everything related to After Effects, Cinema 4D, and much more.
Disclaimer: Some of the links provided are affiliate links. Creative Dojo may earn a small commission for purchases, at no extra cost to you. It's a great way to support the channel if you enjoy our content.
