After Effects scripts, expressions, presets and projects

TextReverser

Author: 
Lloyd Alvarez

This script reverses the direction of selected text layers. This is a common task required when entering RightToLeft (RTL) languages.

pt_TextEdit

Author: 
Paul Tuersley

Use this script to search for and edit text layers throughout your After Effects project. You can create your own text style presets and apply them to multiple layers at the click of a button.

HeadsNTails

Author: 
David Torno

This script will allow you to extend or shorten the head (or beginning) of your timeline and/or extend or shorten the tail (or end) of your timeline.

pt Multiplane

Author: 
Paul Tuersley

Use this script to instantly turn layered Photoshop or Illustrator files into 3D multiplanes.

pt Import Subtitles

Author: 
Paul Tuersley

This script is useful if you need to embed subtitles onto video for web or tape delivery.

Bad TV

Author: 
Satya Meka

A Pixel Bender Plugin designed to create Realistic Bad TV Distortion based on the algorithm written by Memo Atken. Compatible only with CS4 Win/Mac.

Costs $20.-

CompsFromSpreadsheet

Author: 
Michael Cardeiro

The compsFromSpreadsheet script allows you to make multiple versions of your compositions using data from a spreadsheet or database.

Control layer's opacity through another layer's alpha channel

This expression uses a control layer's alpha channel to control the opacity in another layer.

Random motion

Author: 
Dan Ebberts

These are the basic expressions for generating random motion.

Jack-in-the-box

Author: 
Dan Ebberts

This is a variation on the pendulum expression - it simulates the up and down springy motion of a Jack-in-the-box popping out of the box.