Advanced Mask Editor 2 by Nataworkstudio adds a dedicated panel to After Effects for managing all mask sets on a layer, offering merge, mirror, replicate, and open/close path functions, including support for animated masks and 60 preset animations.
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Developed by Nataworkstudio.
About Advanced Mask Editor 2
Advanced Mask Editor 2 provides an After Effects panel that lists every mask set on the selected layer, eliminating the need to navigate nested menus. It extends native masking tools with the ability to merge, mirror, replicate, and open or close mask paths. The plugin works with both static and animated masks, allowing the merging of animated masks and the copying, flipping, or mirroring of animated elements. It includes 60 animated presets. Version 4.1.02 was last updated on January 7, 2025 and is compatible with After Effects releases from CS5 through 2025.
Features
- Panel that displays all the mask sets of a selected layer
- Merge mask paths together
- Mirror and replicate mask paths
- Open and close paths easily
- Works with animated masks: merge two into one, copy, flip, or mirror an animated element
- 60 animated presets included
Best for
After Effects users who frequently work with multiple masks and need a centralized panel for mask management, plus advanced path operations on both static and animated masks.
Frequently asked questions
Does Advanced Mask Editor 2 work with After Effects 2025?
Yes. Advanced Mask Editor 2 lists After Effects 2025 among its supported versions, along with releases back to CS5.
Can Advanced Mask Editor 2 edit animated masks?
Yes. The plugin can merge two animated masks into one and also copy, flip, or mirror animated mask elements, plus it includes 60 animated presets.
How does Advanced Mask Editor 2 display a layer’s masks?
It adds a panel that displays all mask sets of the selected layer, giving direct access without expanding menus.
Is Advanced Mask Editor 2 free?
The catalog marks the plugin as free, but licensing terms may vary; check the developer’s page for the current details.
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