Released in the spring of 2017, this update wasn't just a routine bug fix. It represented a turning point for Adobe’s compositing flagship. For professionals still using legacy plugins, working on older operating systems (like macOS Sierra or Windows 7), or managing a pipeline that requires a specific build, understanding After Effects CC 2017 (14.2.1) is crucial.
: Version 14.2.1 addressed stability issues and UI bugs, such as text truncation in the Composition Settings dialog and updated marker icons. How to Access and Use Selection : Select the layer you want to animate. Application : Go to Effect > Generate > Write-on . adobe after effects cc 2017 1421
Error: "Missing Codec: YUY2" Install the Ut Video Codec Suite or convert your source footage to DNxHD. Version 14.2.1 hates raw AVI files. Released in the spring of 2017, this update
For editors, this was revolutionary. You could now create a Motion Graphics template ( .mogrt ) directly from After Effects and use it in Premiere Pro CC 2017. The editor could change text, colors, and sizes without rendering a video file or leaving Premiere. Version 14.2.1 fixed issues where fonts would reset to default upon import. : Version 14
Key features introduced or relevant in CC 2017 (generalized for 14.x)
Improved integration with the C4D engine, allowing users to extrude text and logos directly in the AE timeline without a third-party plugin.