Adobe After Effects
Create a new adjustment layer
In Adobe After Effects, Ctrl + Alt + Y will create a new adjustment layer. On a Mac, press Cmd + Option + Y instead.
Where it works: Composition open
Every documented variant
| System | Environment | Keys |
|---|---|---|
| Mac | Desktop app | CmdOptionY |
| Windows | Desktop app | CtrlAltY |
Where this comes from
Keyboard shortcuts in After Effects
Documentation checked on 2026-09-14. That is a documentation review, not a test run inside the application.