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GridGen

by GothLab·Motion Graphics

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Why we like it

Earns its place in the aescripts library as a grid-focused generator that bundles generative tools, color themes, presets, and export options in one package.

What is GridGen?

GridGen is a procedural grid system generator for After Effects, built by GothLab. It produces grid-based layouts through a set of generative tools and gives control over parameters including balance, contrast, symmetry, and more.

The package includes 16+ built-in generative tools, 200+ curated color themes, and 60+ presets covering effects, animation, and Element 3D. Master controllers handle layout, color, animation, and 3D extrusion, while batch generation and custom presets support repeated work. Output can be exported to 4K, SVG, or AI formats.

GridGen runs on After Effects 2022 and later, with listed compatibility for the 2022 through 2025 releases. Element 3D v2 is listed as a required plugin. Version 1.0 was released on July 31, 2025, and a demo video is available on the developer's page.

Who is GridGen best for?

GridGen is best for after Effects artists building procedural grid layouts and generative grid graphics.

How much does GridGen cost?

GridGen is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • 16+ built-in generative tools
  • 200+ curated color themes
  • 60+ presets for effects, animation, and Element 3D
  • Full parameter control over balance, contrast, symmetry, and more
  • Batch generation and custom presets
  • Export to 4K, SVG, or AI formats
  • Master controllers for layout, color, animation, and 3D extrusion

Tags

#After Effects#GridGen#procedural#grid generator#motion graphics#Element 3D#generative#presets

Frequently asked questions

Which After Effects versions does GridGen support?

GridGen runs on After Effects 2022 and later. Listed compatibility covers the 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 releases, so recent versions of After Effects are supported. Version 1.0 was released on July 31, 2025. If you are on a build older than 2022, you would need to update After Effects before installing. For the current requirements, check the developer's page on aescripts, which lists supported host versions alongside any additional dependencies.

Does GridGen require Element 3D?

GridGen lists Element 3D v2 as a required plugin, with a download link provided by the developer. The package includes 60+ presets covering effects, animation, and Element 3D, and its master controllers include 3D extrusion, so Element 3D ties into that part of the toolset. If you do not already have Element 3D v2 installed, you would need to add it. The developer's page on aescripts points to where Element 3D can be downloaded.

What formats can GridGen export to?

GridGen can export to 4K, SVG, or AI formats, giving both raster and vector output options for grid graphics created in After Effects. Alongside export, it offers batch generation and custom presets for repeated work, plus 16+ built-in generative tools and 200+ curated color themes to build from. Master controllers cover layout, color, animation, and 3D extrusion. For the full list of formats and options, the developer's page on aescripts has the current details.

Is GridGen free to download?

GridGen is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing terms can change, so check the developer's page on aescripts for the current details before you download. The listing shows version 1.0, released on July 31, 2025, with compatibility for After Effects 2022 through 2025, and it notes Element 3D v2 as a required plugin. A demo video is also available on the developer's page.

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