Polymorph is an After Effects plugin from Rob Barrett that lets you swap or attach shape layers, text layers, footage, or null objects with any other layer inside a composition. It supports After Effects 2025 and 2026 and is listed as free.
Developed by Rob Barrett.
About Polymorph
Polymorph is a utility for Adobe After Effects developed by Rob Barrett. The plugin enables users to replace one layer with another or attach one layer to a different layer within the same composition. It works with shape layers, text layers, footage items, and null objects. Polymorph was released as version 1.0 on March 17 2026 and is compatible with After Effects 2025 and 2026. A demo video is provided on the developer’s page, and the catalog lists the tool as free, though licensing details should be verified on the source site.
Features
- Swaps any layer in your comp with another layer
- Attaches one layer to another
- Works with shape layers, text layers, footage and nulls
- Compatible with After Effects 2026 and 2025
- Demo video available on the developer’s page
Best for
After Effects users who need to exchange or link shape layers, text layers, footage, or null objects with other layers in a project.
Frequently asked questions
Does Polymorph work with After Effects 2025?
Yes, Polymorph is listed as compatible with After Effects 2025. It should function for swapping or attaching layers in that version, though compatibility with other releases is not confirmed here.
What layer types can Polymorph swap or attach?
Polymorph can work with shape layers, text layers, footage items, and null objects. Any of these layer types can be swapped with another layer or attached to a different layer in the composition.
Is Polymorph free?
The catalog lists Polymorph as free. Licensing terms may change, so checking the developer’s page for the current status is recommended before downloading.
What’s included in Polymorph version 1.0?
Version 1.0, released on March 17 2026, includes the core functionality to swap or attach shape layers, text layers, footage, and nulls with other layers, and it supports After Effects 2025 and 2026.
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