Copying and dragging in Adobe After Effects is a fundamental technique used to duplicate layers, keyframes, or other elements within a composition. It allows artists to efficiently create and manipulate their work, saving time and effort.
To copy and drag in After Effects, simply select the desired element in the Timeline or Composition panel, then hold down the Alt key (Option on Mac) and drag the element to the new location. This will create a duplicate of the original element, which can be further edited or animated independently.