Like many of the plugins in this list, AEVIEWER 2 is something that should be built directly into After Effects. Though the download page lists the plugin at $29.99, that’s only a suggested price. With this plugin, you no longer have to shift each layer in the timeline, which saves a lot of time. This is done via the toolbar, which lets you, for example, shift layers in descending or ascending order within a set number of keyframes. RiftĪs explained on the Rift download page, the plugin “provides methods to shift, sequence, stagger, or randomize layers properties like in and out points, keyframes, markers and more, presented in a compact UI.” Put another way, Rift is a shifting script that allows you shift multiple layers at once. Just take a look at the trailer to check it out. Saber has 50 presets and several customizable options to get the perfect energy beam for your shot. Whether you’re making titles or filming a lightsaber sequence, this free plugin is all you need. The plugin allows you to recreate the lightsaber effect from Star Wars. Speaking of flashy plugins, Saber is another gem from Video Copilot you need.
