Aescripts Free Free Plugins -

What it does: Shifts layers or keyframes by exact time amounts with ripple options. Why you need it: It has a "gap" mode that maintains the spacing between layers. How to use:

What it does: Creates one null that is automatically parented to the average position of selected layers. Why you need it: You want to control a group of elements with a single controller but keep their individual offsets. How to use:

These scripts aren't flashy, but they will save you hours of frustration when dealing with complex projects.

Years later, a user emailed David: "You could add premium features — presets browser, cloud sync, team sharing. I'd pay $49 easily." aescripts free free plugins

David thought about it. Then he replied:

"If I add a paid tier, every school stops teaching it. Every freelancer without a budget loses it. And eventually, someone else builds a free clone anyway. Some tools just belong to the community."

Today, FX Console remains free on aescripts (donations optional). It's been downloaded over 1.5 million times. It's still maintained, still updated, still zero cost. What it does: Shifts layers or keyframes by

And the best part? Aescripts now has a dedicated "Free" filter — partly inspired by David's gift. Hundreds of free scripts live there: Motion v2 Lite, DeLayer, Rift Lite, Ease Copy, Watchtower — all built by designers who just wanted to solve one problem and give it away.

There are websites claiming to offer "cracked" versions of AEScripts plugins. We do not recommend this.

Instead, use the free list above. Many developers also offer Student Discounts (up to 50%) if you email them your .edu address. "If I add a paid tier, every school stops teaching it

If you are new to adding third-party tools, the process is simpler than it looks:

  • Paste the file into the ScriptUI Panels folder.
  • Restart After Effects.
  • Go to Window in the top menu, and you should see your new script at the bottom of the list.

    • Tip: For easy management, consider using the free ZXP Installer to handle plugin installations automatically.

    Before diving into the specific tools, it is important to understand why downloading from aescripts is preferable to random repositories found on Google.