QuickOpen is a free workflow utility for After Effects and Premiere Pro that lets you open recent projects, browse folders, and save with customizable Save As workflows, including version checks and manual filename entry.
Developed by Dmytro Khomiakov.
About QuickOpen
QuickOpen is a project management tool for After Effects and Premiere Pro developed by Dmytro Khomiakov. It provides customizable workflows for opening recent files or navigating folder structures to locate projects, and for saving via a Save As interface that lets you choose a location, type a filename, and check existing versions before saving. Version 3.1.1 supports After Effects and Premiere Pro from CC 2018 through the 2026 releases. The utility is listed as free, though licensing terms may be updated by the developer. A demo video is available on the developer’s page.
Features
- Open recent files directly, or navigate through folders to find a project file
- Save projects via Save As, with navigation to the chosen save location
- Type filenames manually when saving
- Check existing versions before saving
- Customizable workflows for opening, managing and saving
- Works in both After Effects and Premiere Pro
Best for
After Effects and Premiere Pro users who need flexible, customizable workflows for opening, managing, and saving project files.
Frequently asked questions
Does QuickOpen work with After Effects 2026 and Premiere Pro 2026?
Yes. QuickOpen 3.1.1 lists compatibility with After Effects and Premiere Pro from CC 2018 through the 2026 releases, which includes both After Effects 2026 and Premiere Pro 2026.
Is QuickOpen free to download?
The listing shows QuickOpen as free, meaning no purchase is required to download it, though you should verify current licensing on the developer’s page.
How does QuickOpen handle saving a project?
QuickOpen works alongside the Save As dialog: you navigate to a folder, type a filename, review any existing versions, and then save the project using the custom workflow.
What’s included in QuickOpen 3.1.1?
QuickOpen 3.1.1, released on February 5, 2026, provides the initial set of features for opening recent projects, browsing folders, and saving with manual filenames and version checks, supporting After Effects and Premiere Pro from CC 2018 through 2026, and includes a demo video.
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