Workflow &amp; Utilities Plugins for After Effects

Automates split-screen layouts from timeline clips in AE and Premiere.

Letterbox Plus

Generate animated letterboxes and frames in After Effects.

Expression Kit

Browse and apply 140 ready-to-use AE expressions with live preview.

Effect Remover Pro

Remove, hide, and manage After Effects effects instantly.

Control LMFX

Manage layers and effects across compositions from one panel.

Anchor Point Mover

Reposition anchor points without breaking keyframes or animations

Motion Studio

Professional animation toolkit with 80+ tools for After Effects workflows

Anchor Point Mover

Adjust anchor points across multiple layers while preserving animations

Global Renamer

Batch rename layers and assets in After Effects

Looper

Create seamless loops and boomerang animations with one click

Keyframe Copy

Copy animation timing and keyframe values across layers in one click

Keyframe Easing

Apply smooth easing curves to multiple keyframes in one click

Blending Modes

Apply common blending modes with one click, no dropdown menus

Moving Parents

Manage parenting and animate layers without keyframes using expressions

Sandbox

AI-powered web animation engine inside After Effects

Unsafe Area Overlay

Shows platform UI margins to prevent cropping on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube

AEtoGSAP

Export After Effects animations as GSAP code for web deployment

Universal Template AutoFill

Fill complex After Effects templates in one panel with bulk text, media, and

STRUCTURA

Organize messy After Effects projects into professional hierarchies

QuickOpen

Open and save projects with one-click access to 30 project slots

Frankenstein Finder

Project navigator that maps nested compositions and isolates layers

ReColor

Reveal and update all layer colors in your project via hex or picker

Claude Scripter

Generate and run ExtendScript code in After Effects using natural language

ChronoKeys

Sync keyframes to layer durations for dynamic timing adjustments

Cut'n'Pack

Cuts layers by masks and pre-composes them into optimized compositions

Quick Parent PRO

Link and unlink layers instantly with one-click parenting

expressCode

Edit After Effects expressions with VS Code editor features

SoundBox

Add, preview, and edit sound effects from a dockable panel

SenNazoli Lines to Paths

Convert hand-drawn line images into editable mask paths

Social Exporter

Export compositions to multiple social media formats in one click

Linkup

In-app browser with AI integration and direct-to-timeline downloads

Doppler

Syncs music streaming apps with After Effects timeline playback

Rapid Slideshow & Presentation Maker

Automate image slideshows with expression-driven transitions and motion

Loop Tools Pro

Create multiple non-destructive looping cycles with seamless stops

The Positioner

Pin layers to comp or layer edges with responsive auto-scaling

Shifter 3

Staircase clips and keyframes with custom easing in Pr and AE

Stock Link Extractor

Export stock footage URLs from your project to TXT and XLS files in one click

aiVideoGen

Generate AI video from text or image prompts inside After Effects

aiImageGen

Generate AI images from text prompts directly inside After Effects

Compstronaut

Browser-style back and forward navigation for After Effects compositions

SpotifyCtrl

Control Spotify directly from After Effects, premium accounts only

Easify 3

Graph editor for easing keyframe animations in Premiere Pro and After Effects

AE Notepad 2

Take timestamped notes and todos inside After Effects and Premiere Pro

Wonder Panel Pro

Create layers, render, and manage colors with one-click toolbar actions

Batch Shot

Batch export PNG screenshots from video clips in the Project panel

Easify 3 Pro

Visual graph editor for animation easing in Premiere Pro and After Effects

GridTrend

Generate portfolio grids with centered profile pictures in one second

PathLink

Transfer paths and text between Illustrator and After Effects

Shape Shifters

Tamagotchi-style virtual pets inside Adobe apps

Maskform 2

Transform mask paths with numerical precision and motion path support

Sprite Sheet From Comp

Render any comp as a sprite sheet with automatic frame animation

Hugly

Obfuscate expressions to protect your work or beautify them for clarity

Cleanup Master

Organize complex shape layers without splitting into multiple layers

Bento

Generate random or uniform bento box grid layouts in After Effects

Control Groups

Group layers and bookmarks with keyboard shortcuts for instant recall

Portal

View your master comp while editing nested pre-comps in After Effects

PathPrep

Convert parametric shapes to Bezier paths and bake transforms

States

Save snapshots of layers and animations to switch between design versions

Inout

Animates property transitions In and Out without keyframes

Middle Measure

Measure distances and find midpoints between layers in After Effects

Random Roller

Randomize layer selection, groups, and order for controlled chaos

xCloner

Clone layers across paths, grids, radials, and object shapes

Mask Null

Control masks with null layers while keeping a live link

AE GPT

Write After Effects expressions using natural language with AI models

Blueprint

Converts After Effects animations to CasparCG broadcast templates

Add Time

Inject time into projects, moving keyframes and adjusting comp durations

Hextractor

Extract hex color codes from text, layers, or images into palettes

SplitGrid

Create split screens, video grids, and dividers with automatic layout

Multi-Cam Edit Pro for After Effects

Automates multi-camera editing using Premiere Pro transcript timecodes

AE Purger

Clears cache and purges RAM in After Effects

Select Every Other Layer

Select layers by intervals or ranges using keyboard shortcuts

Smart Marker

Quick marker creation, movement, and snapping in After Effects

EDL Importer

Import EDL files from editing software with automatic media linking

AutoCollapse

Collapse transformations across all layers to prevent vector pixelation

Coati

Changes null layer source size to match your composition scale

Packer

Organize After Effects project layers into folders with one click

PS Shape to AE Shape

Converts Photoshop shape layers to editable After Effects vector shapes

Keyless

Animate any property without keyframes using Penner easing equations

ap_batch_relinker

Relink missing footage by scanning a new root folder and normalizing filenames

RenderQ

Batch queue renders with custom output modules in one click

MonkeySauce

Automate sound effect syncing with markers and precomps

MaskPro

Select, copy, convert, and split masks with one-click controls

ColorFlow

Manage colors and labels in After Effects with custom palettes

Motion Tweaks

Collection of practical motion design scripts for everyday After Effects tasks

Super Sweeper

Sort After Effects projects by file type and eliminate folder clutter

SuffixSlayer

Remove frame number suffixes from individual After Effects image renders

PastePath

Copy and paste mask and shape paths with keyframes intact

Variations

Create composition variants with different sizes, frame rates, and timings

AEPathfinder

Split, trim, and combine vector shapes across multiple layers

Project Sorter

Automatically organize and sort project media as soon as you import it

Calc AE

Calculate timecode values directly in After Effects with comp accuracy

Select Layers Pro

Select layers by type, label, or pattern with one-click selection tools

SnapFrame

Export any timeline frame as an image with one click

Mask & Layer Splitter

Splits masks into separate layers and automates batch renaming

Save Objects 2

Save and reuse compositions, layers, and properties across projects

Hidden Layer Cleanser

Remove hidden layers from compositions and projects automatically

Text Layers to ChatGPT

Connect text layers to ChatGPT for translation, spell-checking, and content

QuickScript

Extendscript editor for testing scripts in After Effects

QuickLink Items

Find and replace missing items in After Effects projects

MaskShapeConverter

Convert masks to shapes and shapes to masks in After Effects

Snapshot FX

Capture and recall effect stack states for faster iteration

Quickflip

One-click layer transforms with smart keyframe management.

Jump Keyframe

Replace the last keyframe instantly without moving your timeline cursor

Auto Savior

Save projects on your schedule with smart backup management

Cyclops 3

Renders behind-the-scenes views showing nulls, paths, and wireframes

One Click Center

Centers anchor points and layer positions to the comp center

Shape Library

Save custom shapes and create presets with one click

Match

Expression and scripting toolkit with path fetching and baking tools

Pre-compose Pro

Advanced pre-composing with auto-naming, cropping, and batch workflows

Stroky

Add unlimited strokes with perfect corners to any layer in one click

Smart MediaComp Automator

Apply media and text to thousands of comps in one click

Deep Comp

Navigate and unfold precomps to edit layers live inside the main comp

Comp Replicator

Generate multiple compositions from a spreadsheet template

Blend Scatter

Duplicate layers and blend or randomize properties across them

Swappy

Swap fills and strokes on shape layers like Photoshop and Illustrator

Utility Buddy

Find and replace fonts, colors, effects, and expressions across projects

OrganizerPro

Organize project panels automatically with one-click sorting

Webcam 2

Dock and record your webcam feed inside Adobe apps

Search and Select Properties

Search, select, copy, and paste properties by name in After Effects

LottieFiles for Adobe After Effects

Export After Effects animations to Lottie JSON and preview across devices

Anchor Pro 2

Move and position anchor points in After Effects and Premiere Pro

Nice Curves

Generate smooth rounded paths controlled by nulls

Duplicate & Rename

Duplicate layers with custom renaming, position offsets, and flipping

Mobo Super Suite

Seven motion design tools bundled into one package

Renamer2

Rename compositions with customizable blocks and real-time preview

skinAnchor

Visual nine-point grid for instant anchor point placement

ToothPaste

Paste SVG files into After Effects with editable text and gradients

Ferret Marker

Find specific property values in your timeline and mark all occurrences

Stratify

Offset, stagger, and organize layers by position, type, or custom patterns

Co-Dependencies

Organize and centralize source files across multiple After Effects projects

Uber Key

Edit animated mask and shape paths once, changes apply to all keyframes

imgPaster

Paste clipboard images directly into After Effects and Photoshop

HyperImport

Import cloud-based assets and automate batch replacements

Path Selection Mode

Select shape layer path points with a single click

Marker Maestro Pro

View, edit, and manage comp and layer markers in a dedicated panel

MarkerMover

Move, copy, cut, paste, and delete markers with keyboard shortcuts

Automation Blocks Bundle

50+ modular automation tools for After Effects and Premiere Pro

Align Pro

Illustrator-style layer alignment with key object targeting and exact spacing

Rapid Reel Composer

Automate footage splitting and trimming using markers for social reels

AEP Version Updater

Batch update AEP files to make them compatible with newer After Effects

WQ Pro

Redefine double-click behavior on layers with custom scripts

Flip Aspect Ratio

Swap composition width and height with a single click

Icon Library

Access 47,543 open source icons as native shape layers in After Effects

Shy Bar

Filter and isolate After Effects timeline layers by type, property, or name

MarKey

Convert keyframes to timeline markers for cleaner workspace navigation

SVG2AE

Import SVG files into After Effects as shape layers via drag and drop

Auto Backup

Creates a .old backup every time you manually save your project

GifGun 2

One-click animated GIF and WEBP export from After Effects comps

AutoFill

Fluidly fills layer bounds to automate masking and keyframing

Flip Animation

Mirror and scale position keyframes with three modes each

Visual Slide Composer

Build complete videos using pre-animated slides and transitions

Parenter

Reposition animated layers together without breaking their keyframes

MP4 + Alpha Converter

Convert transparent footage to MP4 format with alpha channel preservation

Motion Clock

Tracks project hours across Adobe apps and exports to CSV or bar charts

Relativity

Arrange layers in grids, rows, columns, circles, or radials by position

Smart Adapt

Build hundreds of screen adaptations in a few steps

MASKit

Convert vector shapes to masks with one click

Workflower

Create layer groups and organize compositions in After Effects

QualityControl

Manage project quality and RAM preview speed with one-click presets

Local Diffusion

Generate AI images locally in After Effects using Stable Diffusion

breakdowns

Export labeled layer sequences with automatic numbering and video renders

Penpal 2

Edit vector paths in After Effects without switching to Illustrator

Stacker

Arranges layers to comp edges with custom spacing and alignment

Fresh Trim

Trim and move layers in one click to keep your timeline organized

Unreality Plugin for the Real World

April Fools satire plugin promising to make reality less boring

SLCTR

Select layers based on playhead position, layer type, or label

BRAW Studio

Import and grade Blackmagic RAW files natively in After Effects

Klutz GPT

Generate After Effects scripts and expressions using ChatGPT

Unravel

Organizes project panel items and reduces file paths for safer collecting

QueueUp

Save render settings and output folders for multiple After Effects jobs

StrokeStyler

Edit shape layer stroke properties without drilling into nested groups

Set Path Keyframes

Add or remove Shape Layer path keyframes instantly with shortcuts

Super Resize Me!

Resize comps and scale all nested layers proportionally

TweiNa

Push Photoshop and Illustrator layers to After Effects instantly

Groups and Toggles

Isolate pre-comp layers into switchable groups for advanced compositing

MVRK for After Effects

Add dynamic symmetry guides to improve shot composition and framing

Keyframe Manager

Manage keyframes through a dedicated UI with search, replace, and reordering

Dresser

Edit, apply, and save Layer Styles faster with a visual preset browser

Layer Sherpa

Align, distribute, and manage layers with hotkeys and tabbed interface

Mask Unlinker

Unlink masks from layer transformations without creating mattes

Keystone 3

Align, stagger, order, and manipulate keyframes and layers

Chump NFT Engine

Generate NFT collection artwork and metadata from After Effects

ColorSwap

Replace specific colors across comps, selections, or entire projects

Ae Voice Recorder

Record audio and voice directly in After Effects for scratch tracks and VOs

Pencil Park Bundle

Search, organize, and manipulate shapes across three workflow tools

Drive

Link one property to drive up to three others automatically

Loopy

Apply loop expressions to keyframes, pre-comps, and footage layers

Reach Pro

Search bar, command launcher, and utility toolkit for After Effects

Circle Slicer

Slice compositions into circular segments with controllable masks

CropROI

Crop precomps to region of interest without layer displacement

Storyboard Maker

Create and organize storyboards inside After Effects

SlackOut

Export and send After Effects renders to Slack in one click

Events

AI-powered face recognition tool that sorts photos and videos by subject

BtnHook

Assign keyboard shortcuts to UI script buttons

Labels

Manage label colors across keyframes, layers, and project items

Slides & Grids

Create dynamic grids and slideshows with animated layouts and bulk editing

Automation Blocks for After Effects

Visual block-based automation system for repetitive After Effects tasks

KBar3

Build custom, shareable toolbars for After Effects with drag-and-drop ease

MotionLand Bundle

Five workflow plugins bundled: project browser, font manager, autosave

Layers Pro

Manipulate layers, properties, and effects across multiple comps at once

Version Raptor

Automates versioning and prevents file overwrites in After Effects

Vector Paint Studio

Organize, edit, and animate paint strokes as groups with tracking support

Parental Controls

Attach layers to parent paths, shapes, and text automatically

Paint Link

Sync frame-by-frame Photoshop painting directly to After Effects

LoopMaster

Create seamless loop animations for GIFs, NFTs, and social media

Pixel Pusher

Move layers by exact pixel amounts with customizable hotkeys

Responsive Tools

Makes text and objects adapt automatically to composition changes

MoBar 2

Customize After Effects UI with custom buttons, panels, and pre-built tools

Essential Namer 2

Add layer properties to Essential Graphics Panel with custom naming

Coco Color Wheel

Interactive color wheel for creating harmonious palettes in After Effects

Magic Switcher PRO

Toggle layer styles, effects, and adjustment layers on or off across your

NFT

Satirical plugin that mocks blockchain hype and endless client revisions

GuidesUp!

Create guides, grids, and alignment helpers with one click

Automation Toolkit

Build custom automation buttons without writing code in After Effects

FX StrokeSetter

Apply stroke properties to multiple Shape Layers at once

Automation Toolkit Pro

Build custom buttons that automate repetitive After Effects tasks

Colour Scheme Generator

Extract a 5-color palette from any image and adjust it in After Effects

Move To

Reposition layers in the timeline with keyboard shortcuts

Expression Calculator

Calculate property value differences before and after applying expressions

Taxon

Select and manage layers by type, name, color, and shared attributes

Social Importer

Import Instagram and Twitter posts directly into After Effects compositions

Aep to Mogrt Pro

Batch-export After Effects comps to Motion Graphics Templates

Font Collect

Collects fonts from After Effects projects like footage collection

Influx

Import MKV, WebM, AV1, FLAC, and 50+ formats without transcoding

Sequence Ninja

Batch encode, inspect, and manage image sequences outside After Effects

Find My AEP

Reveals your current After Effects project file in Finder or Explorer

Vizual PixelPerfect

Upscale pixel art in After Effects and Premiere with clean edges

Social Beam

Export After Effects compositions directly to Instagram in three clicks

AEVIEWER 2

Browser for previewing and importing projects, media, and fonts in one click

Coco Color CoWorker

Access thousands of color palettes, brand colors, and gradients in AE

Internal Property

Internalize keyframes to reposition animated objects without redoing animation

Thumbs Up

Create thumbnails and frame grabs from After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop

EZ Marker Align

Align markers on one layer with markers on another layer automatically

LayerRender

Render individual layers to video without Media Encoder

Save Actions

Save and recall layers with their properties across After Effects projects

LetsMotion Bundle

Three pro plugins for subtitles, stock search, and particles

AM Select And Set

Select layers by type, label, blend mode, or other attributes in After Effects

ARSfader

Control audio volume and panning directly in After Effects timelines

Stock Search Pro

Search and import royalty-free stock videos, images, GIFs, icons, and sounds

React

Create cloner-style repeaters and effectors in After Effects

Plug-n-telligence

A parody plugin that reads your mind to select the right tool

Move Anchor Point 4

Move anchor points precisely without shifting the layer position

Take It Easy Bundle

Collection of workflow automation tools for After Effects

Flatten Layers 2

Group and flatten layers to a single PNG sequence without rendering

Dupli-Kit

Duplicate layers with pattern-based control and randomization

AEVIEWER 2 Pro

Preview and import After Effects projects, fonts, and media in one click

Remove Unnecessary Mask Keyframes

Cleans up mask tracking data by removing redundant keyframes

Fast Renamer

Rename layers in After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator

AE Benchmark

Measure After Effects performance on your hardware (discontinued)

AM Dropdown Effect Helper

Automate dropdown menu control by adding multiple items at once

Animation Composer Pro

Browse and apply custom assets, project files, and footage libraries

Smart Key Reverse 2

Reverse complex animations in one click with preserved interpolation

Match Comp Duration

Adjust duration of nested pre-comps and layers across your entire project

Match Position

Matches position and orientation between layers in 2D and 3D space

Items and Tags

Organize layers with tags, filters, and modes for version switching

Free Compose

Groups layers like Photoshop without breaking expressions or parenting

Masks to Cropped Layers II

Splits multi-mask layers into cropped solids or pre-comps for faster animation

Advanced Selection

Filter and select layers by type, blending mode, color, name, and more

Quick Menu 3

Launch effects, scripts, presets, and menu commands with a keyboard shortcut

MOBO_Utils

Collection of 14+ utility tools for layer duplication, color work, and export

MoDeck Upfront

Make After Effects templates editable online via browser-based editor

MoDeck

Make After Effects templates editable online and automate batch renders

After Effects Pro Toolkit for Stream Deck

Pre-programmed Stream Deck profiles with shortcuts and presets for After Effects

Pseudo Effect Maker

Build custom effect control groups in After Effects

Motioneer Lite

Copy and apply animations to layers while preserving position and ratios

Screen Mapper

Design multi-screen display layouts and export to After Effects

LaunchBox

Free launcher panel for all Ebberts+Zucker tools in After Effects

Path Me!

Copy and share file paths from your project panel with one click

ExpressionUniversalizer 4

Converts expressions to work in any After Effects language

TimeMarker

Add custom markers with color, duration, comments, and keyframe protection

Guides

Create, copy, and manipulate guides across After Effects compositions

ninebysixteen

Instagram mockup tool with title-safe overlays and social media presets

Motion Graphics in After Effects that Speaks to Your Brain

Free eBook teaching professional motion graphics principles and workflow

Motion Designer's Bundle

Collection of 9 drag-and-drop animation packs for Animation Composer

Layer Displayer

Shows only the layers you need, hiding the rest using shy layers

Cavalry Importer

Import Cavalry projects into After Effects and edit parameters live

Review Importer

Import client feedback from Kollaborate, Vimeo, Frame.io onto your timeline

RasterFast

Apply continuously rasterize and collapse transformation across your project

Exposure

Satirical April Fools plugin about trading exposure for payment

Buena Depth Cue Render Only

Command-line rendering license for headless render machines

AEFX Shortcut Icons and Profiles

1100+ effect shortcuts for Stream Deck and Touch Portal

Duplicate Frame Remover 3

Scans footage and removes duplicate frames using time-remapping

Hover

Automates cursor hands, button clicks, and grab states in UI animations

LTCPrinter

Decode SMPTE linear timecode from audio and display it as text overlay

Smart Keyframe Navigator

Navigate keyframes by selected layers or properties, not the whole timeline

Super Collage

Create photo and video collages with 104 presets and custom layouts

BorderPatrol

Resize shape layers while maintaining stroke widths and rounded corners

ShotViz

Embed Cinema 4D previz metadata and display it in After Effects or Premiere

AAF Relinker

Relinks footage automatically despite name or duration changes

Anchor SNIPER

Relocate anchor points with precision using alpha-channel detection

GEOlayers Mapdata Upfront

Discontinued subscription service that provided commercial mapdata for

Slate Create

Generates custom slates for After Effects compositions in one click

MoCode

Code editor and toolbar for expressions, scripts, and reusable snippets

Declutter

Organize project assets into custom folder structures automatically

Swatcheroo

Manage, apply, and swap color swatches on layers and text in After Effects

Smart Posterizer

Match keyframe timing to source animation frame rates automatically

Smart Resize

Automate composition sizing across multiple aspect ratios

Motioneer

Save keyframe animations and apply them to new layers at any scale

BG Renderer MAX

Render compositions in the background while working in After Effects

Aura Render Only

Command-line render license for Aura on headless render nodes

The Power of Expression

Complete book and course teaching expressions in After Effects

Auto Crop 3

Crops compositions to fit contents without cutting off animation

After Effects Shortcut Icons

560 visual command icons for Stream Deck, Touch Portal, and KBar

Extended Coffee Break

Intentionally slows render times using un-optimized algorithms

Marker Typer

Batch create layer markers from text split by letters, words, or commas

Ebberts + Zucker Variety Pack

Bundle of four animation tools: Rubberize It, NodeKit, Wind, and Beatnik

Reduce Footage Layers

Removes inactive footage layers from your timeline without breaking links

Network Clipboard

Copy and paste comps, layers, and nodes across After Effects projects

Label Maker

Analyzes layer pixels and sets label colors automatically

Ripple Edit

Premiere-style ripple editing for layer trimming and gap closing

Lazy 2

Distribute layers and keyframes along bezier curves for easier easing

TV Distortion Bundle Render Only

Render farm license for TV Distortion Bundle glitch and distortion plugins

Plugin Everything Everything Bundle

Complete After Effects plugin collection for motion design and VFX

File Hunter

Locate missing assets and relink footage in After Effects projects

Space Curves

Edit motion path curves numerically with precise handle control

Pins & Boxes

Create responsive layouts that auto-adjust with text changes

MochaImport+

Import mocha tracking data to After Effects with stabilized precomps

Marker Remap

Retime compositions using split layer markers instead of keyframes

OCD Renamer

Automatically rename layers based on effects, mattes, parents, or children

AfterCodecs

Export ProRes, H264, H265, and HAP codecs natively without Media Encoder

Copy Pasta

Copy and paste images between After Effects and your clipboard

Layer Sitter

Parent layers with a filterable list and quick null creation

Pro IO

Automates importing and exporting for After Effects and Premiere Pro

yu_timeRemap

Streamline time remapping with automated loop expressions and frame fixes

foxRetimer

Apply time remapping to entire comps without manual layer adjustments

High Pass for AE

GPU-accelerated high pass filter for sharpening and advanced masking

Change Default Easing for After Effects

Customize easing values for F9, Shift+F9, and Cmd/Ctrl+F9 shortcuts

Swiss Knife

20 combinable tools for parallax, animation control, and layer management

Staircase

Stagger, sequence, and randomize blocks of layers with precision

Move in Time

Navigate timeline frames with a responsive, dockable time ruler palette

KeyFast

One-click keyframe editing with automated easing and animation helpers

StageTool

Generate LED pixel mappings for stage performances and export to Resolume

Neat Freak

Set After Effects UI elements project-wide for templates and collaboration

Baconizer for AE

One-click random effects generator disguised as an April Fools joke

EditMonkey

Batch animate and sequence text, video, or graphics instantly

Multi Replacer

Replace, insert, and resize multiple images or footage with one click

Shape Layer Toolbar

Adds quick-access buttons for shape layer elements and expression controls

Squirrel

Browse and edit layer hierarchies in a tree view

Floating License Server

Manage floating and render-only licenses across networked machines

Copy Mattes

Copy track mattes from one layer and paste them to multiple layers

Precomp Anchor Repo

Align anchor points to content areas in precomps, masks, and track mattes

Primitives

Add parametric or Bezier shapes to comps from a KBar toolbar button

Quick Delete & Reset 2

Delete keyframes, effects, expressions, masks, and markers at scale

Crossphere Bokeh Render Only

Render farm license for Crossphere Bokeh's lens blur effects

Hej Stylus!

Smooths pen input globally on macOS for natural drawing across all apps

Shape Up

Build and preview After Effects shapes before adding them to your comp

Quick Access 2

Navigate to recent files, effects, and render paths without searching

TVPixel Render Only

Headless render license for TVPixel on command line render machines

Dot Pixels Render Only

Render farm license for Dot Pixels pixelation plugin

Universal Shortcut Fixer

Maps After Effects shortcuts to non-English keyboard layouts

Templater Pro

Automate batch rendering of versioned After Effects compositions

Templater Bot

Automate After Effects rendering and versioning from data sources

Templater

Automates After Effects templates using spreadsheet data and batch rendering

Uniform Resizer C4D

Resize Cinema 4D objects to exact dimensions, not percentages

C4D Viewport Colors

Apply color overlays to Cinema 4D objects without affecting render materials

Local Hero

Migrate network assets to your local workstation for faster editing

CursorKit

Add animated cursor interactions to UI prototypes in one click

Anchor Point Gravity

Reposition anchor points using depth and gravity simulation

E-Utilities

Automate Element 3D workflows for TV infographics production

Circle Align

Arrange layers in circles with adjustable spacing and rotation

AE Global Renamer 2

Rename layers, comps, effects, and project items in bulk across After Effects

Data Glitch 2 Render Only

Render-only license for Data Glitch 2 on headless command-line servers

Essential Sound Effects V2

1066 high-quality audio files for motion design and animation

Universal Audio

Propagate audio and markers through nested comps automatically

Prism 2

Organize layers and project items by automatically coloring labels

KEYboard

Control keyframes with keyboard shortcuts in After Effects

TakeMatPass

Generates color ID and white matte passes for Cinema 4D materials

smartLook for Nuke

Snapshot browser and look versioning system for Nuke compositing

GridGuide

Creates snappable grid guides and auto-aligns layers in After Effects

Ray Dynamic Texture

Store, apply, and manage textures with effects, keyframes, and expressions

PFTrack 2D Data Importer

Import 2D tracking data from PFTrack text files into After Effects

Tool Launcher

Launch scripts, menu commands, and apply expressions from a searchable list

Advanced Mask Editor 2

Edit, merge, and animate masks in After Effects with precision tools

Elastic Comp Changer

Adjust composition duration while offsetting layers, keyframes, and markers

Web Browsers by RigFast

Rigged browser graphics with tabs, scrollbars, and realistic interactions

Boardfish

Assemble storyboard panels into page layouts with drag and drop

Color Wiggle

Create gradient-based color wiggle effects with real-time feedback

Screen Saver Exporter

Export After Effects compositions to installable screensavers in one click

smartRender for Nuke

Multi-threaded background rendering for faster Nuke compositing workflows

Ray Dynamic Color 2

Manage color palettes with dynamic links across your After Effects project

Smart Selector

Select layers in After Effects by pointing at them in the viewer

First Vertex Toolkit

Control mask and path starting vertices for precise stroke animations

Ps Text Converter for After Effects

Convert Photoshop text layers to editable After Effects text

Obsessive Layers

Trim layer in/out points by keyframes, markers, mattes, and more

Plexus 3 Render Only

Render-only license for Plexus 3 on headless render farm machines

Fast Spline Connector 2

Connect separate spline segments into a single spline in Cinema 4D

Flash Buffer Pro

Manage Cinema 4D Object Buffer passes by name instead of numbers

Squall 2

Convert After Effects animations to iOS code with live device preview

Easy Bake

Convert expressions to keyframes with bulk baking and optimization

Layer Storage

Organize layers into custom groups without creating comp hierarchy

renderSounds

Custom render complete and error notification sounds for After Effects

compCode

Convert compositions and layers into executable After Effects scripts

Scene Clip

Catalog composition scenes with thumbnails and navigate with one click

LayerGenerators

Automate creation of hundreds of text, solid, and shape layers

MTLB Make The Logo Bigger

Automatically scales logo layers by a proprietary amount

CI Master Thumbnailer

Generate thumbnails from compositions, layers, and video clips

QuickImporter

Replace the file import dialog with fuzzy search and audio preview

Find & Replace Keyframes

Find keyframes matching a value and replace them all at once

smartRecents for Nuke

Track and access your recent Nuke scripts with drag-and-drop workflow

smartShelves for Nuke

Manage custom node shelves in Nuke without writing any Python code

smartLib for Nuke

Project and shot management system for Nuke compositors

smartMessage

Instant messenger for Nuke and Maya with node, camera, and file sharing

Take This

Store and swap layer transforms and expressions in After Effects

Expressionist

IDE-style expression editor with syntax highlighting and shortcuts

Layer Slayer

Sync layer copies across the timeline with one click

Layer Converter

Converts selected layers to Null objects or Point Lights

Magnum 3

Detects edits in footage and splits layers into scenes automatically

aw-Autosaver V2

Save backup versions of After Effects projects with full version control

Trigger

Retime animations in precomps using layer markers instead of keyframes

Sprite-O-Matic

Converts sprite sheets into animated After Effects compositions

Tiny Tools

13 small utility scripts for workflow automation and productivity

File To Binary Converter

Converts files into binary strings for embedding in scripts

Force Auto-Save

Forces After Effects to execute auto-save when the native system fails

Layer Stalker

Track spatial attributes to layer positions across nested comps

Vertex Tool

Rounds mask and shape layer corners using 12 selectable algorithms

Renomi

Organizes Cinema 4D multi-pass renders and preserves Object Buffer names

EaseCopy

Copy and paste keyframe eases or values independently in After Effects

bq_Shape Layer Navigator

Navigate, edit, and organize shape layers with hotkey-driven controls

Markers Sync

Sync markers across multiple compositions

textsyncr

Analyzes audio and aligns transcription as layer markers

Marker Conductor

Place markers at precise time intervals or BPM beats automatically

Mirror & Offset

Offset and mirror keyframes across multiple layers with one click

CompsFromSpreadsheet

Generate multiple comp versions from a template using spreadsheet data

bq_Project Panel Navigator

Navigate folders, batch rename, and edit Project Panel items from a toolbar

Parrot

Link layers to a master animation and offset them using markers

TranShape

Inspect and modify shape layer properties through a dockable panel

bq_Scale & Rotate Motion Paths

Scale and rotate motion paths with a temporary transform null

CI Layer Stripper

Remove invisible and unreferenced layers from After Effects projects

RenderHogs

Tag and disable resource-heavy layers until render time

Explode Shape Layers

Split shape layers into individual layers or merge them back together

Trim N Collect

Trim and transcode media clips to include only used portions

Slice it Up Illustrator

Cut vector artwork into vertical slices with procedural clipping masks

Automated Video Editing

Auto-cut footage to music beats with timing, dissolves, and color options

pt_OpenSesame Server

Automate template versioning and rendering via watch folder submissions

Conform Studio

Automate VFX workflows with batch precomposing, extraction, and reconforming

MoviePrint

Generate screenshot grids from entire movies or selected sections

Automate to Sequence

Sequence layers in After Effects using markers, like in Premiere Pro

Copy Paste Markers 2

Copy markers from one layer and paste them to another

Save Comp As Project 2

Export compositions as standalone project files with automatic reduction

Sheetah - Spritesheet Tools

Export After Effects compositions as spritesheets for 2D and 3D games

SoloLock

Lock or unlock all non-selected layers or masks with one click

Quick Add

Add new layers to compositions with a single click

Time Offset Animation

Automate time offset animations across multiple layers

Reveal in Finder

Open Finder at any selected file's location from the After Effects timeline

AE Shader Effector

Control layer properties from map layer pixel values

Gift Card

Digital credits for aescripts + aeplugins tools and plugins

Project Cleaner

Remove duplicate solids, footages, and empty items from After Effects projects

Advanced Composition Grids

Generates customizable grid guide layers for composition layout

Add Edit Markers

Adds layer or comp markers at in and out points of selected layers

Hyle

Automate repetitive tasks in After Effects using simple text syntax

Introduction to After Effects Scripting Video Course

Learn to automate After Effects tasks by writing scripts from scratch

Layer Groups 2

Create Photoshop-style layer groups in the After Effects timeline

Expression Timeline

Apply multiple expressions to a property with time-based transitions

CopyMask2Layer 2

Transfer masks between layers without position shifts

Pixel Bender Accelerator

Runs Pixel Bender filters on your GPU for speed in CS6 and above

Quick Preview

Toggle groups of layers, effects, and masks to speed up preview rendering

ToDo Lite

Task list panel for managing feedback and project to-dos in After Effects

QuickDraw

Automate write-on reveal keyframes for Paint Effect strokes

Centrum

Arranges selected layers into circular or spiral formations

Pre-Compose Geek 2

Automate pre-composing, trimming, and organizing shots in seconds

Shape Repeater Baker

Converts shape repeater instances into individual editable shapes

Where's my .aep?

Navigate to your open After Effects project file location instantly

colorLibrary

Manage and organize color swatches in After Effects

malty: Snapshot

Save the current comp frame as a PNG file in one click

malty: Closer

Close multiple composition windows in After Effects with one click

Project Notes

Store notes and code snippets in a dockable After Effects panel

Project Sync

Share After Effects project files between team members

Find Large Files

Locate large assets in your project by file size or resolution

Project Item Labels

Set label colors for project items by type in one click

Story Boarding

Import screenplays from Adobe Story or Final Draft into After Effects

Trim Comp to Contents

Adjust composition duration to match layer in and out points

Animation Stopwatch

Block out animation timing with frame numbers instead of timecode

pt_SearchAndEditBundle 2

Search and edit effects, expressions, and text across your entire project

Slim Expression Controls

Consolidate all expression controls into a single pseudo effect

BAO Dynamic Comp 2

Share comps across projects and update them without re-importing

pt_EffectSearch

Search for effects across projects and link instances for control

pt_ExpressEdit 2

Search, edit, and manage expressions across your After Effects project

Easy Slide Show

Creates 3D circular slideshows from image folders with editable parameters

ToeJam

Forces an autosave by terminating After Effects from the Mac menu bar

versionUp

Cycle through numbered file versions with a single click

Paste Multiple Keyframes 2

Copy and paste keyframes from multiple layers at once with loop support

Pointers

Snap layers to other layers, handling 3D, 2D, and parented math

qp ProxyMan

Automates proxy rendering and management for faster After Effects workflow

Bookmarker

Save and launch After Effects project files from a compact toolbar

Text2Spreadsheet

Export After Effects text to spreadsheets, edit externally, reapply changes

GPUResize

GPU-accelerated image scaling with 11 interpolation filters

AEmpeg

Render with FFmpeg codecs directly from After Effects

CI Move Anchor

Reposition anchor points anywhere while preserving animation paths

Layer Selector Toolbar

Select layers by property type with click shortcuts

P9 ScriptUI Builder

Visual drag-and-drop builder for creating ScriptUI interfaces

QueueMaster

Automates render queue setup with templates, versioning, and file paths

Dojo Scripting Utility

Extract layer data, matchnames, and convert colors for scripting

Render Templates

One-click rendering to predefined folders based on project structure

Keysmith

Manipulate keyframes and property channels with precise bulk edits

exportForClient

Extract text layers and marker frames for client review

Two-Sided Layer

Combine two layers into one with different front and back sides

Path Duplicator

Duplicate layers along any path with optional orientation control

TurboLayers

Create layers above selected layers, auto-trimmed to their duration

Awkward Pause

Automatically detect and remove silent pauses from video and audio clips

Rift

Shift, sequence, and randomize layer properties and keyframes

rd: Studio Techniques

Seven automation scripts from a VFX compositing textbook

Sortie

Sort After Effects layers by position, name, opacity, or distance

Array

Duplicate layers with offsets and randomization in After Effects

TimeRemap Source

Switch between stacked layers using an expression slider

Layer Library

Save layer groups as reusable presets with all their properties

Corner Cutters 2

Automate repetitive tasks with 26 utility scripts and a toolbar

Genome

Modified cloner object for Cinema 4D with per-clone property control

Keyframe Presets

Save and reuse keyframe sets across multiple layers

TidyUp

Organize After Effects projects by sorting items into folders

Intellifolders

Creates organized render queue folders based on composition names

qp Version Snapshot

Create timestamped project backups without cluttering version numbers

Elementary

Control 3D plugins, shapes, and effects with nulls and automated linking

pt_TextEdit 2

Search, replace, and batch-edit text layers and styles across projects

Layer Repeater

Duplicate layers with unified control over space and time offsets

COB_Latest Version

Find the newest version of your project after After Effects crashes

Smart Precomposer

Precompose text and shape layers while keeping attributes in place

Shapes and Masks

Create circles, polygons, spirals, and stars with transform tools

Plexus OBJ Sequence Exporter for C4D

Export animated OBJ sequences from Cinema 4D to Plexus

pt_OpenSesame

Convert After Effects projects to editable text for versioning and compatibility

pt_CropPrecomps

Crop nested compositions to fit image content boundaries

pt_LayerMarkers

Split layers at markers or add markers at edit points for navigation

pt_ContactSheet

Generate contact sheets and storyboards from footage markers

pt_AutoExpress

Apply wiggle, smooth, and loop expressions without writing code

pt_ShiftLayers

Shift or stagger selected layers in time with precise frame offsets

KeyTweak

Adjust one keyframe and propagate changes across all others

Chameleon

Browse and apply Adobe Kuler color themes to After Effects compositions

Immigration

Batch import and replace file sequences at dramatically faster speeds

erLab_edgeBlender

Automates edge blending for multi-projector panoramic setups

Isolate

Hides non-selected layers to focus work on active layer groups

Expression Toolbox

Centralized library for storing and managing After Effects expressions

DivideLayers

Split selected layers evenly across the work area timeline

Set Render Queue Time Span

Batch-change render queue time spans to work areas or custom ranges

PointPosition C4D

Export position point passes from Cinema 4D for 2.5D relighting

Bake Parented Transform

Convert parented layer motion into keyframes without losing animation

Recursive Scale Comp

Scale compositions and nested comps while preserving image quality

Duplicate with Connections

Duplicate a layer and link its properties to the original via expressions

EFX AB Compare

Split-screen layer comparison tool for visual quality control

COB_SSD - Sequence Section Destroyer

Delete specific frame ranges from image sequences without leaving After Effects

Un-PreCompose

Extract nested comp layers back into parent composition

Smart Baker

Removes unnecessary keyframes from baked expressions

AE Suicide

Forces After Effects to auto-save when it crashes on macOS

Get-Sh*t-Done

One-click setup for common After Effects tasks and layer creation

DeCasteljau Bezier Curve

Generates compositions using Paul de Casteljau's Bézier curve technique

Export to Bytes

Convert images to binary strings for embedding in After Effects scripts

ft-Effect Instance

Create linked effect instances across comps with expressions

ft-MarkerExporter

Export and reimport layer markers as XML files across layers and comps

kd_AutoFade

Applies fade, scale, and rotation expressions to layer in/out points

TimeSpan

Track billable hours with a punch clock directly in After Effects

ShakeTracker2AE

Import tracker data from Apple Shake into After Effects as a null object

rd: Comp Setter

Batch-edit size, frame rate, duration, and settings across nested comps

rd: Slicer

Splits any After Effects layer into a customizable grid of slices

rd: Kinda Sorta

Sort After Effects layers by name, position, opacity, or other criteria

rd: Render Layers

Renders each selected layer separately for flexible compositing passes

rd: Scooter

Slip and slide layer footage, in/out points, markers, and keyframes

XML Gibson

Export After Effects compositions to XML for automated workflows

TrackerViz

Toolbox for visualizing, averaging, and converting tracker, layer, and path data

MaskVertexExpression

Animate mask shapes using expressions with vertex control

LockProperties

Lock property values using expressions while ignoring keyframes

ReverseMaskPath

Reverses mask direction for easier animation control

AlignLayers

Arrange selected layers next to each other along x, y, or z axes

Randomizer

Apply random values to layer transform properties in After Effects

RepositionAnchorPoint

Snap layer anchor points to edges without changing comp position

CreateProxies

Batch create proxies for multiple project items at once

CenterMasks

Reposition selected masks in After Effects with animatable controls

SequenceLayers

Offsets layer in-points from current time to sequence compositions

MasksToLayers

Split layer masks onto individual duplicate layers automatically

TranslateExpressions

Translates expression control names to match After Effects language

BatchProcessor

Apply presets to multiple comps or footage items at once

Batch Search-n-Replace Paths

Automatically update footage file paths across multiple After Effects projects

The LoopMaker

Loops selected layers with dissolving transitions in one click

Marker Batch Editor

Batch edit, delete, and export comp and layer markers with custom formats

Queue Work Area

Batch render multiple work areas from a single composition

Add Parented Null to Selected Layers

Creates null objects and parents them to selected layers automatically

Throttle-n-Purge

Quick access to After Effects performance settings and cache management

LayerCurveShifter

Shifts layers along a sine curve and tags versions for instant switching

Layer Random Shifter

Randomly offset selected layers in time within a custom range

Render Frame at Markers

Queue renders for every layer marker frame in your comp work area

Load Project or Template at Startup

Auto-load custom project templates when After Effects launches

DuplicateLayers-n-UpdateExpressions

Duplicates layers and auto-updates expressions to reference the new copies

ActivateDisabledExpressions

Turns on all disabled expressions in selected layers at once

Zorro-The Layer Tagger

Tag and organize After Effects layers into selectable groups

Layer Handles

Distribute layers in 3D space and adjust layer duration with frame offsets

Arrange Project Items Into Folders

Sort project items into folders by matching filename prefixes

PhotoOrientationFixer

Rotate photos in After Effects using their EXIF orientation data

Fit2Frame

Fits layers to comp frame with cropping or letterboxing options

Random Layer Selector

Randomly selects layers in After Effects with adjustable density options

Nth Layer Selector

Select every Nth layer in your composition by interval

Create Trimmed Adjustment Layer

Generates adjustment and null layers trimmed to selected layer ranges

Trim to Layer

Trims layer duration to match adjacent layers or fit between them

Layer Chain

Parents selected layers to each other in sequence with one click

Layers2Grid

Arranges selected layers into customizable grid layouts

Flow

Modern curve editor for customizing keyframe easing in After Effects

Bodymovin

Export After Effects animations as JSON for web playback with Lottie

Motion Tools Pro

Customizable command center with panels, widgets, and expressions library

True Comp Duplicator

Duplicate entire comp hierarchies with sub-comps in one click

Pixflow

Subscription library of After Effects templates, plugins, and SFX

EasyEdit Viewer

Browse and import 10,000+ After Effects templates directly in your project

AEJuice

Asset library with 30,000+ presets, transitions, and VFX packs