Adobe After Effects
Create a new null layer
In Adobe After Effects, Ctrl + Alt + Shift + Y will create a new null layer. On a Mac, press Cmd + Option + Shift + Y instead.
Where it works: Composition open
Every documented variant
| System | Environment | Keys |
|---|---|---|
| Mac | Desktop app | CmdOptionShiftY |
| Windows | Desktop app | CtrlAltShiftY |
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.