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Layer Memo

by Vidalina Rahmatiana·Workflow

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Why we like it

Layer Memo stands out in the aescripts library for keeping notes inside the .aep file, so there are no external files to lose when archiving or sharing a project.

What is Layer Memo?

Layer Memo brings note-taking into After Effects at the layer level, letting you attach notes to specific layers rather than only to the project as a whole. Clicking a note opens the relevant comp and selects the layer in one step, so you can navigate back to a spot without hunting for it. All notes are stored inside the .aep file, with no external files, sidecar JSONs, or broken links to manage.

Notes can be organized with color-coded tags such as #todo, #client, #bug, and #done. You can mark notes as done without deleting them, keeping a history of resolved items, and search across the entire project to filter every note instantly. A stats bar shows open, resolved, and todo counts at a glance.

Because everything lives in the project file, Layer Memo works offline and is safe to archive and share. It suits freelancers tracking client revision requests layer by layer, motion designers leaving context notes before a handoff, and studios managing long-form projects with multiple editors.

Who is Layer Memo best for?

Layer Memo is best for freelancers tracking client revisions, motion designers handing off to a team, and studios managing long-form projects with multiple editors.

How much does Layer Memo cost?

Layer Memo is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Layer-level notes attached to specific layers rather than the whole project
  • One-click navigation that opens the comp and selects the layer
  • Color-coded tag system with #todo, #client, #bug, and #done
  • Resolve and archive notes without deleting them, keeping a history
  • Project-wide search to filter all notes instantly
  • Stats bar showing open, resolved, and todo counts
  • Notes saved inside the .aep file with no external dependencies

Tags

#After Effects#notes#annotations#layers#workflow#project management#tags

Frequently asked questions

Does Layer Memo work with After Effects 2026 and 2025?

Layer Memo is listed as compatible with After Effects 2026 and 2025. If you work across multiple machines or a team, confirm everyone runs one of these supported versions so notes open consistently. Because the notes save inside the .aep file with no external dependencies, the project can be moved between compatible installs and the notes travel with it. For any version details beyond these, check the developer's page before installing.

Where does Layer Memo store its notes?

Layer Memo saves notes inside your .aep project file, with no external files, sidecar JSONs, or broken links to manage. This means it works offline and the project is safe to archive and share, since every note is present when you reopen the file. When you click a note, it opens the relevant comp and selects the layer the note is attached to, so you return to the exact spot without searching through the timeline manually.

Is Layer Memo free?

Layer Memo is listed as free in this catalog. Pricing and licensing terms can change over time, so check the developer's page on aescripts for the current details before you download. The extension is at version 1.0.0, its initial release, and stores all notes inside the .aep file, so there are no external services or accounts described that would affect how you use it once installed.

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