3D Paper Jam is a Froggy Team After Effects plugin that animates a 3D paper jam effect with four jam modes, animated geometry controls, pseudo‑3D shading, a 2‑sided option, and a motion‑blur hack, without needing pre‑composition.
Developed by Froggy Team.
About 3D Paper Jam
3D Paper Jam is a plugin from Froggy Team that creates an animated 3D Paper Jam effect inside After Effects, offering full control over the result. It provides four jam modes and animated geometry parameters for driving the animation. The effect includes pseudo‑3D shading, a 2‑sided option, and a motion‑blur hack, with transparency linked to the Control layer. It works without requiring pre‑composition of layers. Compatibility spans a broad range of After Effects releases, from CS6 through the CC line and up to the 2025 version. The latest update recorded is dated January 10, 2025. The catalog lists the plugin as free, but users should verify current licensing on the developer’s site.
Features
- Four Jam modes
- Animated geometry parameters
- 2 Sided option
- Pseudo 3D shading
- Motion Blur Hack
- Works without pre-composing layers
- Transparency linked to the Control layer
Best for
After Effects users who need an animated 3D Paper Jam effect with adjustable controls and no pre‑composition requirement.
Frequently asked questions
What After Effects versions does 3D Paper Jam support?
3D Paper Jam supports After Effects versions from CS6 through the CC series (including CC 2014, CC 2015, CC 2015.3, CC 2017, CC 2018, CC 2019) and the subscription releases from 2020 through 2025.
Does 3D Paper Jam require pre-composing layers?
No, the plugin does not require pre‑composing layers; it operates within the existing composition.
How does 3D Paper Jam handle transparency?
Transparency is linked to the Control layer, so changes to that layer affect the effect’s transparency.
Is 3D Paper Jam free?
The catalog lists 3D Paper Jam as free, but users should confirm the current licensing terms on the developer’s website.
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