Adobe After Effects 2020 v17.0.0.557 is an excellent version for users who felt previous releases were sluggish. Its focus on rather than just flashy new features provides a more stable and efficient experience for high-stakes production. If you frequently work with heavy expressions or 3D assets, the speed gains here are immediately noticeable. Adobe After Effects is Faster Than Ever - NEW VERSION TODAY
: The addition of Drop-down Menu Expression Controllers allows for cleaner rigs and better usability when creating Motion Graphics Templates (.mogrt) for Premiere Pro. System Requirements Adobe After Effects 2020 v17.0.0.557
: Reading multilayered EXR files is now 10 to 20 times faster , drastically expediting 3D compositing workflows. It also includes native support for Cryptomatte. Adobe After Effects 2020 v17
: The introduction of a new expressions engine significantly reduces calculations per frame. This makes complex projects—especially those utilizing Master Properties—much smoother to navigate. Adobe After Effects is Faster Than Ever -
: One of the most impactful updates is the "beefed up" playback system. Once frames are cached in RAM, the software provides reliable real-time playback, and users can now interact with the UI without interrupting the preview.