Retracting and extending Bezier direction handles

You can retract or extend the direction handles that appear by default. When the direction handles are extended, the keyframe represents Continuous Bezier interpolation (see Continuous Bezier interpolation). When both direction handles are retracted, the interpolation method is Linear, which creates a corner point instead of a curve (see Linear interpolation).

To retract one direction handle:

Using the selection tool, on a Value graph in the Timeline window or motion path in the Composition or Layer window, drag the direction handle to the center of its keyframe.

To retract both Bezier direction handles:

1. Select the Convert Control Point tool () from the toolbox.
2. On a Value graph or motion path, click the keyframe.

To extend retracted Bezier direction handles:

1. Select the Convert Control Point tool () from the toolbox.
2. On a Value graph or motion path, click the keyframe and drag outward from the keyframe.

To toggle between the selection tool and the pen tool:

Hold down Ctrl (Windows) or Command (Mac OS).