: How to make a layer change size in an animation in Photoshop? I'm working with animation timeline in Photoshop CS6. I would like to have a small circle layer expand / increase in size, but

@Bryan765

If anyone (like me) comes searching for answers here, let me tell you that there's another, way better solution to the problem! I don't know though if it's available to PS versions under CS6.

Go to Layer > Smart Object > Convert to Smart Object

This will replace the "position" line with the "transform" option. Now you can not only move your object, but also make it grow or shrink

PS: If you want to work more professionally, check out the After Effects demo, if it fits you style. This program will probably improve your performance.

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@LarsenBagley460

Starting from version CS6 you can animate the size of layers in photoshop. Just convert the layer to smart object, and position property will change to transform.

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@Kevin459

I don't think this is possible with the Timeline panel in Photoshop. I think the closest you can get is to use the Keyframe animation panel instead and manually scale the object in a duplicate layer(s).



You may also want to look into using After Effects. After Effects will allow you to import your Photoshop layers into the composition. Then you can scale your object to your heart's content.

After Effects Quick Steps

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