What It Does
BAO Dynamic Comp 2 lets you export a composition from one After Effects project and use it in multiple projects while maintaining a live link to the original. When you update the source comp, every project using it can sync those changes instantly. This solves the problem of manually re-importing comps when you need to propagate changes across several files.
Export a comp as a standalone .aep file, then import it into any project. The plugin keeps the link active, so you can refresh the comp whenever the source changes.
Key Features
Live update architecture. Link comps to a reference project and update them on demand. Renewing a broken link now updates all comps using the same source project.
Collect files option. When exporting a comp, you can gather all its dependencies (footage, assets) into a single location. Useful for sharing work with collaborators.
Link nested pre-comps. Preserve nested comp structures when exporting. Your comp hierarchy stays intact across projects.
Incremented versions. Save multiple versions of a comp as you iterate. Helps track changes without overwriting earlier work.
Batch export. Export multiple comps in one click (added in version 2.1). Saves time when you’re setting up several shared comps at once.
Progress bar. Added in version 2.2, this gives visual feedback during export and update operations, especially helpful for complex comps.
Who It’s For
Useful for motion designers managing libraries of reusable compositions, teams working on multi-project campaigns, or anyone maintaining branded templates across client files. If you frequently copy the same comp into different projects and then struggle to keep them in sync, this plugin addresses that workflow directly.
It’s also practical for studios where different artists work on separate project files but need to share updated comps without merging entire projects.
Pricing
One-time purchase at $59.99. Previous owners may qualify for an upgrade price of $23.20 (requires login to check eligibility). A free trial is available to test the plugin before purchasing. No subscription required.