pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator is a free After Effects script that generates animated karaoke subtitles from Substation Alpha (.ssa/.ass) and KaraFun Studio (.kfn) files, adding faster presets and a text‑crawl animation in version 3.5.
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Developed by Paul Tuersley.
About pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator
pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator is a script for Adobe After Effects that creates animated karaoke text subtitles. It reads Substation Alpha files (.ssa, .ass) and KaraFun Studio files (.kfn). Version 3.5 introduces faster basic presets, an animated text‑crawl option, and fixes for highlighting, timing, and non‑English language handling. Earlier updates added bouncing‑ball effects, a user presets folder, and improved line‑break handling for KFN files. The script is compatible with a broad range of After Effects versions, from CS4 through After Effects 2026, including CC 2014‑2019 and yearly releases up to 2026. The catalog lists it as free, but users should verify current licensing on the developer’s page.
Features
- Imports Karafun Studio (.kfn) files
- Reads Substation Alpha (.ssa/.ass) file formats
- New basic presets that import and render much faster
- Animated text crawl option
- Fixes to highlighting, timing and non-English language handling
- Bouncing ball options
- Support for a user presets folder
Best for
After Effects users who need to convert .ssa, .ass, or .kfn subtitle files into animated karaoke graphics.
Frequently asked questions
Does pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator work with After Effects 2026?
Yes. The script lists compatibility with After Effects 2026, as well as earlier releases back to CS4.
What subtitle file formats does pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator support?
It supports Substation Alpha files (.ssa, .ass) and KaraFun Studio files (.kfn).
Is pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator free to use?
The catalog marks it as free, but users should confirm the current license terms on the developer’s website.
What does version 3.5 of pt_SSAKaraokeAnimator change?
Version 3.5 adds faster basic presets, an animated text‑crawl option, and fixes for highlighting, timing, and handling of multi‑byte characters in non‑English subtitles.
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