Aescripts - Items and Tags v1.3
https://aescripts.com/items-and-tags/
- Take your After Effects workflow to the next level with Items and Tags, an advanced organization tool designed for power users who demand efficiency. In the fast-paced world of motion graphics, a cluttered timeline is the ultimate productivity killer. Whether you are managing hundreds of layers in a complex character rig or organizing a massive commercial project, this extension provides the intelligent, visual infrastructure you need to stay focused on the creative work rather than searching for assets.
- At its core, Items and Tags introduces a robust tagging system that goes far beyond standard After Effects labels. Utilizing an intuitive, modern drag-and-drop interface, users can create custom tags and sub-tags to categorize layers and project items exactly how they see fit. This hierarchical approach allows for granular control; you can tag items by department (e.g., "Animation," "Lighting," "Cleanup"), by asset type, or by specific scenes, creating a tailored roadmap of your entire composition.
- The extension features four distinct intelligent filtering modes that revolutionize how you interact with your workspace. Instead of scrolling endlessly through the timeline, you can instantly isolate specific groups of layers based on their tags. These modes—Add, Subtract, Intersect, and Invert—allow for complex selection logic, making it possible to find "only blue layers that are also tagged as background" or "everything except the locked foreground elements." This visual filtering turns the often-tedious task of layer management into a streamlined, one-click process.
- Beyond manual organization, the tool includes an automated analysis feature that can scan your composition and automatically group layers and properties by type. This is particularly useful when taking over a project from another artist or cleaning up an old file. The UI is designed to feel like a native part of the Adobe ecosystem, ensuring that it enhances your speed without cluttering your screen.
- For professionals who live in After Effects, time is the most valuable currency. Items and Tags is more than just a labeling utility; it is a comprehensive management system that brings order to the chaos of high-end production. By eliminating the friction of manual searching and providing a visual, logic-based way to navigate your projects, this extension ensures that you spend less time managing your layers and more time making them move. Optimize your project structure and regain your creative flow with this essential workflow enhancer.
