Shape Manager for After Effects

Organize, preview, and apply shapes with ease. Save your frequently used shapes and access them instantly with visual a management system.

Compatibility

  • Compatible with Adobe After Effects 2021 and above

  • Fully tested on Windows OS

  • Requires ZXP Installer for installation

  • Version: 1.0.0

  • Last Update: 2025-1-9

Free Version

Essential Shape Management

Features:

  • 3 collections maximum
  • 5 shapes per collection limit
  • Visual shape preview with zoom
  • Basic shape organization with labels
  • Shape scale controls
Pro Version
$15

Lifetime Access • One-time payment

Everything in Free, plus:

  • Unlimited collections
  • Unlimited shapes per collection
  • Priority updates and support
  • Use on multiple computers

Important Notes & Limitations

  • Before saving shapes created with After Effects basic shape tools (Rectangle, Ellipse, etc.), convert them to Bezier paths: Right-click on the shape path (e.g., "Rectangle Path 1") and choose "Convert to Bezier Path".

  • Some shape properties and effects from After Effects cannot be preserved when saving due to extension API limitations.

  • SVG export may not be 100% accurate for complex shapes, nested groups, or shapes with effects. Best results are achieved with simple shapes.

  • Large or complicated shape layers may result in approximate SVG exports and previews. Consider breaking down complex shapes into simpler components.

  • Real-time preview in the extension may differ slightly from the final result in After Effects, especially for shapes with complex properties or effects.

  • For best results, save shapes in their simplest form without complex effects or transformations that may not transfer correctly.