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Trim Path Tool

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  • Version1.0
  • File Size1 MB
  • Platform Windows & macOS
  • LicenseFree / Commercial
  • DeveloperCommunity
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A workflow script that speeds up shape layer animation. Instantly apply Trim Paths to multiple shape layers, stagger animations, and add easing with a single click.

Downloads 42,500+
Last Updated July 2026
Rating 4.9/5

Engineered for Speed

Batch Trim Paths

Select dozens of shape layers and apply a Trim Paths modifier to all of them simultaneously.

Auto Keyframing

Automatically generates 0% to 100% keyframes on the End parameter, saving tedious manual setup.

Stagger Animation

Offset the start time of each layer's trim path to create beautiful cascading line animations.

Easing Presets

Apply predefined cubic easing to the generated keyframes so the lines whip and settle smoothly.

What's Included

Script File .jsxbin
UI Panel Dockable
Documentation TXT
Support Included

Installation Guide

1

Download Script

Download the Trim Path .jsxbin script.

2

Copy to Scripts

Navigate to After Effects / Support Files / Scripts / ScriptUI Panels.

3

Paste File

Place the file inside the ScriptUI folder.

4

Launch Panel

Open AE, find the script in the Window menu, and dock it.

Compatibility

After Effects After Effects
Windows 10/11
macOS

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Frequently Asked Questions

You must first convert your Text layer to shapes (Right Click > Create Shapes from Text) before applying Trim Paths.
Yes, the UI gives you the option to animate Start, End, or both simultaneously to create dashes.
You must convert the vector layers to shape layers first (Right Click > Create Shapes from Vector Layer).
Yes, it is a native ScriptUI panel that can be docked anywhere in your AE workspace.
Yes, the script generates standard keyframes, so you can always open the Graph Editor and adjust them.

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