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Kashida Pro

by Othman Ahmed·Workflow

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Why we like it

Kashida Pro stands out in the aescripts library because it applies Kashida rules automatically for four right-to-left languages and works across After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop.

What is Kashida Pro?

Kashida Pro is built for Arabic, Kurdish, Persian and Urdu language users and typographers. It automatically balances and beautifies text using precise Kashida rules, aiming for visual harmony across logos, posters and long texts. The tool works in After Effects and is also compatible with Illustrator and Photoshop.

At its core is a Smart Placement Engine paired with automatic Tashkeel handling, plus advanced controls and customization for fine-tuning results. A Balanced Distribution (Lines) slider adjusts text flow toward a set number of lines where possible, and Smart Apply lets you Alt+Click to apply across all three apps.

Version 1.0.2 added the Balanced Distribution slider, Smart Apply, Persian and Urdu language modes with rule overrides, and fixed three freeze bugs tied to null slider reads. It supports the 2022 through 2026 releases of After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop, and is listed here as free. A demo video is available.

Who is Kashida Pro best for?

Kashida Pro is best for arabic, Kurdish, Persian and Urdu typographers and text designers working across After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop.

How much does Kashida Pro cost?

Kashida Pro is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Smart Placement Engine for automatic Kashida placement
  • Automatic Tashkeel handling
  • Advanced controls and customization for fine-tuning
  • Balanced Distribution (Lines) slider that adjusts text flow toward a set number of lines where possible
  • Smart Apply via Alt+Click across After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Persian and Urdu language modes with rule overrides
  • Compatible with After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop 2022 through 2026

Tags

#Arabic typography#Kashida#After Effects#Illustrator#Photoshop#right-to-left text#typography

Frequently asked questions

Does Kashida Pro work with After Effects 2026?

Kashida Pro supports After Effects 2026, along with the 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022 releases. The listed compatibility covers this range, so recent and slightly older installs are both handled. Beyond After Effects, the tool also runs in Illustrator and Photoshop across the same 2022 through 2026 versions. If you're on a build outside that range, check the developer's page for the latest compatibility details before installing.

Does Kashida Pro run in Illustrator and Photoshop too?

Kashida Pro works in Illustrator and Photoshop in addition to After Effects, covering the 2022 through 2026 releases of all three applications. Its Smart Apply feature uses Alt+Click and functions across all three apps, so the same balancing workflow carries between them. Version 1.0.2 also fixed three freeze bugs related to null slider reads in Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects. For the current list of supported versions, the developer's page is the best reference.

What languages does Kashida Pro support?

Kashida Pro is designed for Arabic, Kurdish, Persian and Urdu, applying precise Kashida rules to balance and beautify text. Version 1.0.2 added dedicated Persian and Urdu language modes with proper rule overrides, alongside automatic Tashkeel handling. The Smart Placement Engine determines where Kashida is applied automatically. It's aimed at users and typographers working in these languages, whether for logos, posters or long text passages.

Is Kashida Pro free?

Kashida Pro is listed here as free. Pricing and licensing can change over time, so the developer's page on aescripts is the place to confirm the current terms before you download. This catalog doesn't track a specific figure, and any conditions attached to the release are best verified directly at the source. The version listed here is 1.0.2, updated in July 2026.

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