[Live Text Layer] ──> [Apply Extrude Plugin] ──> [Retain Font, Type, & Animators] │ (Change wording seamlessly) <─────┘
The easiest way to install and license Extrude is through the free aescripts + aeplugins Manager App. Download it from aescripts.com, log in, and the app will automatically handle installation, updates, and licensing.
: While compatible with AE cameras, the plugin does not natively render camera-based depth of field.
However, for 90% of motion graphics work, these are features you likely don't need. Broadcast design rarely requires photorealistic caustics; it requires speed and punch. Plugin Everything - Extrude for After Effects F...
Unlike some workarounds that require converting text to shapes, this works directly on live text layers and is compatible with AE’s native text animators. The "Solid" Verdict Pros: Versatility: Works with shapes, masks, and text.
Because the effect sits on top of the layer, you can still use After Effects text animators (like tracking or per-character rotation) and the 3D extrusion will update instantly.
“This plugin is awesome, works out-of-the-box and does not need a lot of configuration. The free version really delivers a lot. … the PRO is even significantly faster. Highly recommended!” [Live Text Layer] ──> [Apply Extrude Plugin] ──>
How to Extrude 3D Text & Logos in After Effects (Plugin Everything Extrude Tutorial)
Plugin Everything, the developer behind fan favorites like Deep Glow, Shadow Studio, and Handy Cam, built Extrude with a clear philosophy: eliminate boring, repetitive tasks and let creators focus on artistry. And with Extrude, they’ve delivered a tool that feels like a native part of After Effects, not an afterthought.
: Works seamlessly with AE's native text animators and supports path-aligned text. However, for 90% of motion graphics work, these
If you see a watermark (cross lines, red X, or colored dots), the plugin is not yet licensed. To activate:
It offers Directional (flat 2D depth), Vanishing (point-based perspective), and 3D Camera modes, the latter of which allows the extrusion to react accurately to AE camera movements.
Type a word using the Horizontal Type Tool or draw a path on a Shape Layer .