by BasedFX·Motion Graphics
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Randsomator earns its place in the aescripts library as a focused, single-click generator for ransom note-style text with per-letter adjustment.
Randsomator generates ransom note-style text in After Effects. With a single click it produces the effect, and from there you can change the whole look or reshape individual letters as you go.
The tool exposes controls for capitalization, font style including italic and bold, and rotation, letting you vary the appearance of the result and of selected letters. Adjustments apply instantly, so you can experiment with different combinations directly in After Effects.
Randsomator is compatible with After Effects from CC 2018 through the 2025 release, covering the CC 2018, CC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 versions. A demo video is available, and the current build is version 1.1.
Randsomator is best for after Effects artists who want to create ransom note-style text quickly.
Randsomator is completely free to download and use.
Randsomator is compatible with a wide range of After Effects releases, from CC 2018 up to the 2025 version. Specifically, it supports CC 2018, CC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. If you are running any of these versions, the tool should work in your setup. Check the developer's page for the latest details before installing to confirm your particular After Effects build is covered.
Randsomator lets you change the entire look or the design of selected letters after generation, and those changes apply instantly. The available controls cover capitalization, font style including italic and bold, and rotation. You can vary these settings to reshape the overall result or focus on individual letters, experimenting directly within After Effects until you reach the appearance you want.
Randsomator is listed as free in this catalog. Because licensing terms can change over time, it is worth checking the developer's page for the current licensing details before you download and install it. That page will also confirm any conditions attached to use. The version listed here is 1.1, last updated in July 2023.
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