How to reset workspace in After Effects

If your panels are all over the place and you can’t find anything, don’t panic. You can reset your workspace in seconds.

Steps to reset workspace

Go to the top menu and click Window → Workspace → Reset [Name] to Saved Layout.

After Effects Window menu showing the Workspace reset option

Everything snaps back to the default layout for that workspace, and you’re back to a clean starting point.

One more thing

You can do it anytime — experiment with layouts without worrying. It’s like a quick “undo” for your interface, so don’t be shy about trying different setups.

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