Problem
Imported SVG graphics rasterize differently at different scales and produce inconsistent line thickness.
Solution
Root Cause / Diagnostic:
Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) imported into video editing environments are often rasterized into fixed-resolution pixel buffers upon initial ingestion. When an editor scales the layer up on a 4K timeline or animates layer scale, the NLE scales the pre-rasterized bitmap rather than recalculating the underlying vector mathematical curves. Furthermore, non-scaling stroke properties in SVG files cause line weights to scale disproportionately relative to surrounding shapes.
Actionable Fix:
1. Enable 'Continuously Rasterize' (the star/gear toggle) on the vector layer timeline switch to force real-time vector rasterization at final sequence resolution.
2. Convert the SVG file into native After Effects shape layers (Layer -> Create -> Create Shapes from Vector Layer) to unlock native parametric stroke and fill controls.
3. Zoom in to 800% on the scaled artwork to verify that all stroke thicknesses, bezier curves, and corner radii render with razor-sharp anti-aliased vectors.
Pro Tip:
Pre-format vector assets in Adobe Illustrator: expand all outlines (Object -> Expand Appearance) and save as native .AI files with PDF compatibility enabled before importing into video suites.
Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) imported into video editing environments are often rasterized into fixed-resolution pixel buffers upon initial ingestion. When an editor scales the layer up on a 4K timeline or animates layer scale, the NLE scales the pre-rasterized bitmap rather than recalculating the underlying vector mathematical curves. Furthermore, non-scaling stroke properties in SVG files cause line weights to scale disproportionately relative to surrounding shapes.
Actionable Fix:
1. Enable 'Continuously Rasterize' (the star/gear toggle) on the vector layer timeline switch to force real-time vector rasterization at final sequence resolution.
2. Convert the SVG file into native After Effects shape layers (Layer -> Create -> Create Shapes from Vector Layer) to unlock native parametric stroke and fill controls.
3. Zoom in to 800% on the scaled artwork to verify that all stroke thicknesses, bezier curves, and corner radii render with razor-sharp anti-aliased vectors.
Pro Tip:
Pre-format vector assets in Adobe Illustrator: expand all outlines (Object -> Expand Appearance) and save as native .AI files with PDF compatibility enabled before importing into video suites.