Squash and Stretch – Adds flexibility and weight to objects in motion. Anticipation – Prepares the audience for an action before it happens. Staging – Uses composition to guide the viewer’s attention. Straight Ahead & Pose to Pose – Two different methods for animating movement. Follow Through & Overlapping Action – Adds realism by delaying movements of parts of the body. Slow In & Slow Out – Adds realism by easing into and out of motion. Arcs – Ensures natural movement by following curved paths. Secondary Action – Adds depth by including additional movements that support the main action. Timing – Controls the speed of movement to create personality. Exaggeration – Pushes movements beyond realism to make them more expressive. Solid Drawing – Creates a sense of depth and weight in 2D animation. Appeal – Ensures characters are visually interesting and engaging.