Need a bendy cable in After Effects that stays attached to two moving points and flexes naturally? Building that by hand with expressions is tedious. Here is the fast way with Flex.
Why a connector tool?
A good connector must follow both endpoints and bend smoothly between them. Flex handles the geometry so you just position the ends.
Step 1 — Pick two layers
Select the two layers you want to link.
Step 2 — Create the connector
Flex builds a flexible link between them.
Step 3 — Style it
Adjust width, taper and appearance to suit a cable, pipe or limb.
Step 4 — Animate the ends
Move either layer and the connector flexes to follow.
The tool for the job
FAQ
Can I use it for limbs?
Yes, it works well for bendy limbs as well as cables and pipes.
Does it follow both ends?
Yes, the connector stays attached to both layers.
