Lock Layer Position with Expressions - Stop Accidental Moves!

Lock Layer Position with Expressions - Stop Accidental Moves!

Graham Quince June 10, 2025

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Tired of accidentally dragging your layers in After Effects when all you wanted to do was adjust an effect? Here's a quick and easy way to lock your layer's position using expressions-perfect for preventing mistakes and speeding up your workflow!

In this tutorial, you'll learn:

How to use the ALT + click stopwatch shortcut

How to write a simple expression to lock X or Y position

A bonus tip to constrain manual movement with SHIFT

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned motion designer, this tip will save you time and frustration.

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