Forget traditional linear wipes. AutoFill allows your logo to grow organically from its center, edges, or specific design elements. The animation automatically flows through complex typography and abstract iconography flawlessly. 2. Map and Typography Animation
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Combine AutoFill with the "Roughen Edges" effect. By animating the Source point to move across the screen, you can simulate a blob of mercury or water flowing into a glass shape.
If the fill is struggling with very thin lines, try reducing the Blur Radius in the settings. AEScripts AutoFill v1.1.3 for After Effects MAC...
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Increase to add organic, jagged edges to the growth.
: Ensure Adobe After Effects is completely shut down before starting. Forget traditional linear wipes
Press the spacebar. You will see the center "splash" outward with an erratic, organic edge, eventually filling the logo completely.
For Mac users, the plugin file typically goes into the /Applications/Adobe After Effects [Version]/Plug-ins/ directory.
Select the layer in your timeline that has the "hole" or object you want to remove. Duplicate the layer (Cmd + D) so you have a backup. If you share with third parties, their policies apply
: With a layer selected in your composition, open the AutoFill script window. Choose your fill type (solid color, gradient, etc.), select your colors, and adjust any other settings as desired. Click "Apply" to fill your layer.
The plugin looks at your layer's alpha channel. It uses a source point that you pick. Then, the animation grows outward from that point. It flows into every corner of your design. Fun Ways to Use It : Make your brand logo grow onto the screen.
Import your logo or text layer into After Effects. Ensure the asset has a clean alpha channel (transparent background). Step 2: Apply AutoFill
AutoFill v1.1.3 respects macOS-specific conventions. It supports drag-and-drop installation via the AEScripts installer or manual placement in Applications/Adobe After Effects [Version]/Plug-ins/ . Furthermore, it plays nicely with other AEScripts ecosystem tools like Flow and Kbar, allowing Mac users to build custom animation dashboards that trigger AutoFill actions via keyboard shortcuts.