9 tools for creating great animations

Creating animations has always been considered as one of the most complex aspects of graphic design that requires specific software and technological expertise. It is a time-intensive activity that requires heavy software and high speed computers.

However, over the past few years, the emergence of different online presentation and animation tools have simplified the process of creating animations. Most of these web-based tools are very easy to operate and can create animations that are perfectly suitable for everyday applications. Here we've gathered together some of the best... And you can head over to our handy guide to find all the animation tools you might need to help you on your way. For some inspiration for your work, see our pick of the best animations from the past 20 years.

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