Render Frame at Markers is a free After Effects script that automatically queues every frame marked by layer or composition markers within the work area, producing the same output as the manual Save Frame As command.
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Developed by Lloyd Alvarez.
About Render Frame at Markers
Render Frame at Markers is an After Effects script that automates single‑frame export. It scans a composition for markers—both layer markers and, since version 1.93, composition markers—located within the work area and adds each corresponding frame to the render queue. The output matches what you would achieve by manually moving to each time point and using Save Frame As, File. Version 1.93 introduced comp‑marker support, while version 1.92 added error suppression for a CC 2014 bug. The script is compatible with After Effects releases from CS6 through the 2026 version. It is listed as free, though licensing details should be confirmed with the developer.
Features
- Sends frames marked within the comp work area to the render queue
- Reads both layer markers and comp markers, with comp markers added in version 1.93
- Each queued frame matches the manual Save Frame As, File action
- Skips markers that fall outside the comp work area
- Compatible with After Effects from CS6 through the 2026 release
- Listed here as free
Best for
After Effects users who need to export specific frames as still images based on marker positions without manually scrubbing each frame.
Frequently asked questions
Which After Effects versions does Render Frame at Markers support?
Render Frame at Markers supports After Effects versions from CS6 through the 2026 release, including CC, CC 2014, CC 2015, CC 2015.3, CC 2017, CC 2018, CC 2019, and the 2020‑2025 versions.
Does Render Frame at Markers work with comp markers?
Yes. Starting with version 1.93, the script reads composition markers in addition to layer markers, allowing both marker types to trigger frame rendering.
How does Render Frame at Markers decide which frames to render?
The script examines all markers in the composition and queues any frame they mark, provided the frame lies within the comp’s work area; markers outside that range are ignored.
Is Render Frame at Markers free?
The catalog lists Render Frame at Markers as free, but users should verify current licensing terms on the developer’s page, as pricing may change.
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