What It Does
MoleculeGen° generates circle pack patterns directly in After Effects. Instead of manually creating circular arrangements, it calculates and places circles based on your parameters, then lets you animate them as 2D shapes or extrude them into 3D using Cinema 4D renderer.
Key Features
Circle pack calculations. The core function generates precisely packed circles based on your size and amount settings. Useful for backgrounds, abstract patterns, or technical diagrams.
Batch placement controls. Manage groups of circles together rather than adjusting individual layers. Set batch sizes to control entire sections at once.
200+ color themes. Pre-built color palettes you can apply to your circle patterns. Skip the manual color picking when you need something fast.
Extra stroke controls. Add multiple stroke layers to individual circles for outlined or layered looks. Each stroke can have independent settings.
3D extrusion parameters. When Cinema 4D renderer is enabled in your project, you can extrude the circles into dimensional objects. Adjustable depth settings give you control over how far they project into 3D space.
Position, rotation, fill, and stroke controllers. Each circle gets individual control handles for precise adjustments when batch settings aren’t enough.
Who It’s For
Motion designers working on tech visualizations, science content, or abstract motion graphics where geometric patterns save time over manual shape layer work. Also useful for anyone who needs quick circular backgrounds or transitional elements.
Pricing
MoleculeGen° uses a pay-what-you-want model, meaning you name your own price when purchasing. The site lists $59.99 as a reference point, but the final amount is up to you. A free trial is available to test the extension before buying. Requires After Effects CC 2019 or later with JavaScript expression engine enabled.
