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CHAIN COMMANDS

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E:/Projects/Arcane_S2/viktor_arcane_VFX.aep

viktor_arcane_VFX.aep (419 items)

Compositions (8)

HEX_City_Skyline_v4
Viktor_Transform_Seq
Jinx_Glitch_Intro
Ekko_TimeRewind_FX
Vi_Punch_Impact
Caitlyn_Sniper_Scope
Particle_Core_Loop
Title_Card_Main

Video Footage (4)

arcane_plate_001.mp4
hextech_glow_loop.mov
jinx_laugh_ref.mp4
undercity_rain_loop.mov

Images (4)

viktor_mask_texture.png
hextech_crystal.exr
jinx_tattoo_detail.png
ekko_clock_symbol.svg

ASSETS MODE

Import specific comps and footage directly from any project.
No need to import it all.

Switch to Assets mode withTaband browse comps, footage and audio from any.aep file,without ever opening it. Browse comps, footage and images and import only what you need. Star your favorites to store them for instant access next session.

THE PANEL

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In addition to the CommandBar, MessCtrl comes with a dockable panel with useful tools, collapsible sections, always within reach.

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✦Organize Project

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Route items to folders by file extension (e.g. "prproj.aep") or name substring

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Automated folder sorting with custom names, color-coding, and auto-numbering.

  • Auto-sort by type: comps, footage, solids, images, audio
  • Custom folder names: rename each target folder to your preference
  • Color-code folders: visual organization at a glance
  • Auto-number folders: prefix with 01_, 02_ ...
  • Remove empty folders: clean up unused bins

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Every expression ships with Effect Controls sliders and Timeline Markers. Select a layer and apply in one click.

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Windows & Mac · AE 2022–2026
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