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Motion

Expose Layer Velocity Expression

Outputs the velocity (change in position over time) of a layer. Useful for triggering effects based on speed.

Contributed by:


transform.position.velocity

Expose Layer Velocity Expression

Practical use case

Trigger effects based on how fast an object moves - great for physics-based animation or speed-based visuals.

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