Create a Realistic Colliding Text Animation in After Effects using Newton

Collisions trigger words. Literally.
What happens when you combine Newton physics and expressive typography in After Effects?

Tools used

• Newton

Author Notes

Each collision drives a text change using one smart expression and a short list of punchy 4–5 letter words.

We filtered the noise (no strobing, no micro-bumps), randomized everything from scale to rotation, and let physics do the storytelling.

The best part?
No keyframes needed for the words. Just one simulation and the animation reacts on its own.

Expression available here: https://www.motionboutique.com/learn/text-react-collisions

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