Boxer is a free After Effects plugin that creates dynamic text boxes with one click, offering offset sliders, individual corner controls, and trim sliders for precise adjustments.
Developed by .nook.
About Boxer
Boxer is an After Effects plugin from .nook that enables one‑click creation of dynamic text boxes. The interface has been streamlined to five quick‑start points and removes the live preview UI to save workspace. Boxes can be fine‑tuned with offset sliders, individual corner controls, and trim sliders. Fill and stroke options were removed from the pseudo effect to simplify integration with other layers. Boxer is compatible with After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024, and 2023. Version 1.1.1 resolves a bug that limited box creation to only the first selected layer. The plugin is listed in the aescripts library and is currently cataloged as free; check the developer’s page for the latest licensing information.
Features
- One-click creation of dynamic text boxes
- Streamlined UI with 5 quick starting points
- Offset sliders
- Individual corner controls
- Trim sliders
- Compatible with After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024 and 2023
Best for
After Effects artists who need to generate and adjust text boxes quickly using offset, corner, and trim controls.
Frequently asked questions
Which After Effects versions does Boxer support?
Boxer supports After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024, and 2023.
What changed in Boxer 1.1.1?
Version 1.1.1 fixed a bug that limited box creation to only the first selected layer; earlier 1.1 updates introduced a streamlined UI, removed live preview, and added offset, corner, and trim sliders.
Does Boxer include fill and stroke controls?
No, fill and stroke controls were removed in the 1.1 update to simplify integration with other layers.
Is Boxer free to download?
The catalog lists Boxer as free, but licensing terms may change; verify the current status on the developer’s aescripts page.
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