TikTokText is a free After Effects plugin from .nook that adds smooth stroked text, line‑wrapping boxes, word accent animations, neon glow, and faux 3D drop depth for TikTok‑style graphics.
Developed by .nook.
About TikTokText
TikTokText is an After Effects plugin from .nook designed to create TikTok‑inspired text effects directly within the application. The current version, 3.2.2, runs on After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022. It offers smooth stroked text, line‑wrapping text boxes with justification and transparency controls, word accent animations, neon glow effects, faux 3D drop depth, and colour and box accent styles. Version 3.2 introduced a redesigned interface and added new style options; the 3.2.2 update fixes expression errors in Gentle Glow and Drop Depth and adds a check for projects using the JavaScript expressions engine. Multi‑line text boxes, justification, and transparency options are supported. The plugin is listed as free in this catalog, but licensing terms should be verified on the developer’s page.
Features
- Smooth stroked text
- Line-wrapping text boxes with justification and transparency options
- Word accent animations
- Neon glow effects
- Faux 3D drop depth
- Colour accent and box accent styles
Best for
After Effects artists producing TikTok, Reels, Shorts and CapCut inspired text.
Frequently asked questions
Does TikTokText work with After Effects 2026?
Yes. TikTokText supports After Effects 2026, as well as versions 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
What changed in TikTokText version 3.2.2?
Version 3.2.2 fixes an expression error in Gentle Glow and Drop Depth, adds a check for projects using the JavaScript expressions engine, and updates the online user‑guide link.
Does TikTokText support multi-line text boxes?
Yes. The plugin supports multi‑line text boxes with justification and transparency options, a feature added in the 3.1.x series.
Is TikTokText free?
The catalog lists TikTokText as free, but users should confirm the current licensing terms on the developer’s page.
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