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GridTrend

by Ahmed Abdallah·Motion Graphics

Images © Ahmed Abdallah. Used for product review; image policy.

Why we like it

GridTrend earns its place in the aescripts library for turning imported media into grid layouts through a two-button Person and Grid setup, with support spanning After Effects 2020 to 2026.

What is GridTrend?

GridTrend is a script for After Effects that builds grid layouts with a central profile picture, aimed at sharing work in grid form. The workflow starts by setting an odd number of rows and columns, such as 3x3, to leave room for a central image. After importing your media and profile picture into the project panel, you set the composition name and size in the Settings window.

Placing the profile picture uses the Person button, while the Grid button generates the grid from the rest of your selected media. The script offers custom grid dimensions, strokes, backgrounds, masks, color labels, swapping, deleting, and an organize feature, all available without a usage cap.

Version 1.0.1 runs on After Effects 2020 through 2026 and changed the default frame rate from 25 fps to 30 fps, alongside a revamped Settings window and a redesigned Help window. A demo video is available.

Who is GridTrend best for?

GridTrend is best for after Effects users building grid layouts with a centered profile picture from their imported media.

How much does GridTrend cost?

GridTrend is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Person button places a selected profile picture into the grid
  • Grid button generates a grid from the remaining imported media
  • Custom grid dimensions with odd row and column layouts
  • Strokes, backgrounds, and masks
  • Color labels and an organize feature
  • Swapping and deleting

Tags

#After Effects#grid layout#profile picture#motion graphics#social media#aescripts#layout

Frequently asked questions

Does GridTrend work with After Effects 2026?

GridTrend supports After Effects across the 2020 through 2026 versions, including 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. If you run any release in that range, the script should load in your version. For hosts outside that span, check the developer's page before installing, since compatibility beyond the listed versions isn't confirmed. Keeping After Effects updated within the supported range is the safest way to match the versions listed for this release of the script.

How do I create a grid in GridTrend?

GridTrend builds a grid in a few steps. Start with an odd number of rows and columns, such as 3x3, so there's room for a central picture. Import all your media, including your profile picture, into the After Effects project panel. Open the Settings window to set the main composition's name and size. Select your profile picture and click the Person button, then select the remaining media files and click the Grid button to generate the grid.

Is GridTrend free to use?

GridTrend is listed as free in this catalog. Because licensing terms can change, check the developer's page for the current details before you rely on it for a project. The listing shows version 1.0.1, released with support across several After Effects versions, so you can confirm the download and any terms directly at the source. Treat the developer's page as the authority on current availability and licensing for the script.

What changed in GridTrend 1.0.1?

GridTrend 1.0.1 changed the default frame rate from 25 fps to 30 fps for better compatibility and smoother playback on social media platforms. The update also revamped the Settings window with an organized tab system and cleaner Grid and UI tabs, plus improved responsiveness. The Help window was redesigned with a new tab system and visual design, and its Usage Tips and Troubleshooting sections were made more responsive and easier to navigate.

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