pt_EffectSearch 3
Developer: Paul Tuersley
After Effects script that searches a project for effects, finds missing or third-party ones, and toggles them on or off.
What pt_EffectSearch 3 does
pt_EffectSearch 3 by Paul Tuersley is a script for After Effects that locates effects throughout a project. Search for a specific effect by name, find those that are missing or come from third parties, and enable or disable them in bulk.
Another feature links other effects to a chosen control effect: pick an effect in the list and use Set Control Effect from the link menu. Version 3.6 added support for pseudo effects. It runs on After Effects releases from CS4 up to 2026, helping troubleshoot inherited projects with unknown plugin dependencies.
Key features
- Search for effects within a project
- Find missing or third-party effects
- Turn effects on or off
- Link effects to a control effect
- Pseudo effect support, CS4 through 2026
FAQ
Is pt_EffectSearch 3 free?
Yes, pt_EffectSearch 3 is free. Click the Download Free button on this PluginDex page to get it at no cost.
Which apps does pt_EffectSearch 3 work with?
pt_EffectSearch 3 works with After Effects.
Who develops pt_EffectSearch 3?
pt_EffectSearch 3 is developed by Paul Tuersley. You can find their other plugins on the Paul Tuersley page of this catalog.
Where can I download pt_EffectSearch 3?
Download pt_EffectSearch 3 free from this PluginDex page using the Download Free button. You get free access without paying.