What It Does
3D Modeler turns flat After Effects layers into three-dimensional objects. Select any solid, shape, text, or transparent layer and extrude it into a 3D volume with a single click. The plugin handles surface manipulation through masks, letting you carve details or create complex geometries without leaving After Effects.
Key Features
One-click extrusion. Convert any layer type into 3D geometry. Works with solids, shapes, text, and transparency layers. No pre-processing required.
Mask-based surface editing. Select individual polygons, make changes with standard After Effects masks, then re-extrude. The plugin supports both inner and outer offset types for precise control over depth and surface positioning.
Surface texturing. Apply materials to created surfaces individually or in groups. After modeling, the plugin precomps the selected surface and provides a workspace for texture application.
Wireframe mode. Generate 3D objects as wire frames with adjustable settings. Useful for technical visualizations or stylized graphics.
Origami boxes. Create folding box animations with a controller for opening amount. Built-in style option for paper-fold effects.
Who It’s For
Motion designers building geometric animations, title sequences with 3D type, or architectural visualizations. Useful for creating cut-out paper models from templates, isometric designs, or any project requiring simple 3D forms without rendering external geometry.
The surface manipulation feature makes it practical for iterative modeling work, like building structures polygon by polygon or creating stepped pyramids and incomplete forms.
Pricing
Single user license costs $29. Floating server licenses available for multi-seat studios. Free trial offered. One-time purchase, no subscription. Qualified users may see upgrade pricing after logging in.