Grid Builder

Developer: Sebastian Jelic

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Grid engine for After Effects that builds and animates layouts from one null in four grid modes.

What Grid Builder does

Grid Builder manages complex arrangements of layers in After Effects through a single null object. Instead of positioning dozens of assets, you set up a grid and let the engine place and animate them.

It offers rectangular, radial, path and spherical grids, and proximity effects with custom proximity, several effectors and multiple proximity groups; the grid can still be altered while those effects run. A Morph mode animates between layouts in both directions, and Twist and Stagger controls adjust each asset. Versions 2022 to 2026 of After Effects are supported.

Key features

  • Rectangular, radial, path and spherical grids
  • Proximity effects with multiple effectors and groups
  • Morph mode between layouts
  • Twist and Stagger per asset
  • Everything driven from a single null

FAQ

Is Grid Builder free?

Yes, Grid Builder is free. Click the Download Free button on this PluginDex page to get it at no cost.

Which apps does Grid Builder work with?

Grid Builder works with After Effects.

Who develops Grid Builder?

Grid Builder is developed by Sebastian Jelic. You can find their other plugins on the Sebastian Jelic page of this catalog.

Where can I download Grid Builder?

Download Grid Builder free from this PluginDex page using the Download Free button. You get free access without paying.

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