Gradient8 is an After Effects plugin that generates point‑based gradients using up to eight controllable points, each with adjustable radius and interpolation strength, and supports RGB, HSV, and OKLCH color spaces with Smooth or Gaussian blending.
Developed by grape design.
About Gradient8
Gradient8 creates gradients in After Effects from up to eight user‑defined points, each with its own radius and interpolation controls. Users can select RGB, HSV, or OKLCH color spaces and choose between Smooth or Gaussian blend methods, with optional animatable noise. The plugin supports After Effects 2023 through 2026 and adds 16‑bit and 32‑bit color handling in version 1.4 (released October 2, 2025). Its interface is minimal and aimed at artists needing precise point‑driven gradient control.
Version 1.4 also resolves earlier macOS issues, such as missing effect listings and code‑signing errors. A demo video is provided on the developer’s page for visual reference.
Features
- Generate gradients with up to eight points
- Set the radius for each point
- Adjust the interpolation strength
- Choose from RGB, HSV, or OKLCH color spaces
- Select Smooth or Gaussian blend methods
- Add animatable noise
- Simple, minimal UI
Best for
After Effects creators who need detailed control over point‑based gradients, including radius, interpolation strength, multiple color spaces, and blend methods, with support for high‑bit depth color.
Frequently asked questions
Does Gradient8 work with After Effects 2026?
Yes. Gradient8 is compatible with After Effects 2026, as well as the 2025, 2024, and 2023 releases.
Does Gradient8 support 16-bit and 32-bit color?
Yes. Since version 1.4, Gradient8 supports both 16‑bit and 32‑bit color modes.
What color spaces does Gradient8 offer?
Gradient8 provides three color spaces: RGB, HSV, and OKLCH.
Is Gradient8 free to use?
The catalog lists Gradient8 as free, but licensing terms may change; verify the current pricing on the developer’s page.
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