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Overview

Layout groups reduce repetitive edits and keep related overlays consistent. Use groups when multiple elements should move or animate together. [insert screenshot of multiple overlays selected as one layout group with spacing/alignment controls]

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What layout groups are good for

  • Text + icon callout blocks.
  • Multi-element labels and captions.
  • Reusable scene patterns that need consistent spacing.
  • Coordinated animation of related overlays.

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Before you start

  • Select elements that belong to one conceptual block.
  • Decide if the group should behave as free-positioned or stacked layout.
  • Confirm child element styling before grouping for faster reuse.

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Steps

  1. Select related overlays and group them.
  2. Choose layout behavior (free, horizontal stack, vertical stack).
  3. Set spacing and alignment inside the group.
  4. Move/resize the group as one object.
  5. Apply group-level timing and animation.
  6. Enter child editing only when specific elements need overrides.
[insert screenshot of grouped callout block animated as one unit]

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Check your result

  • Related elements stay aligned during edits.
  • Group timing remains consistent across scene changes.
  • You can reposition the block without breaking internal spacing.

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Troubleshooting

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Elements shift unexpectedly inside the group

Stack layout rules may be active. Check spacing and alignment settings for that group mode.

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Cannot edit one child element

Enter group editing mode or temporarily ungroup, then regroup after changes.

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Group animation conflicts with child timing

Decide whether motion should be controlled at group level or child level, not both.

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Next

Auto-sequence group and overlay timing with Autotiming.