rd: Pre-compose

download: rd_Pre-compose_v0.91.zip

*** PRE-RELEASE CODE HERE ... TREAD CAREFULLY ***

This script displays a dialog box for pre-composing one or more layers (like the built-in Pre-compose dialog box), but adds the ability to trim the pre-comp to the selected layer’s duration, with optional trim handles.

Current issue:

Note: This version of the script requires After Effects CS3 or later.

Originally requested by Gary Jaeger.

feedback welcome

rd: Pre-compose
screenshot (v0.9)

revision history

VersionDateDescription
v0.9120-feb-2008Removed some code that confused the script if you tried to run it from the ScriptUI Panels folder.
v0.97-oct-2007Initial pre-release. Requires AE CS3.