CROSSPHERE Vortex Sort is a free After Effects plugin that arranges image pixels into a vortex pattern, offering radial or rotational sorting via a Twist control and allowing pixel- or block‑level processing.
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Developed by CROSSPHERE Koizumi.
About CROSSPHERE Vortex Sort
CROSSPHERE Vortex Sort is an Adobe After Effects plugin that sorts image pixels into a vortex formation. The Twist parameter enables both radial and rotational sorting styles. Sorting can be performed on an individual‑pixel basis or in user‑defined block units, and the order can be driven by a designated layer. Version 1.0.1, released on 2024‑11‑20, requires After Effects version 16.0 or newer. The catalog lists the plugin as free, but the trial version adds a watermark to rendered output; removing the watermark requires registering a license file obtained from the developer.
Features
- Sorts image pixels into a vortex pattern
- Twist parameter for both radial and rotational sorting
- Sorting on a pixel-by-pixel basis or in larger, customizable block units
- Sorting order controllable by a specified layer
- Compatible with After Effects 16.0 and later
Best for
After Effects artists who need vortex‑style pixel sorting with block‑unit control and layer‑driven ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vortex Sort work with older versions of After Effects?
Vortex Sort works with After Effects version 16.0 and any later release; it is not supported on versions older than 16.0.
Is Vortex Sort free, and what does the trial version add?
The catalog labels Vortex Sort as free, but the trial version applies a watermark to rendered results; removing the watermark requires obtaining and registering a license file from the developer.
How do I remove the watermark from Vortex Sort renders?
To remove the trial watermark, acquire the license file from the developer’s FastSpring page and register it via the Register button in the Effect panel of After Effects.
Can Vortex Sort control the sorting order using another layer?
Yes, Vortex Sort can use a specified layer to control the sorting order, allowing that layer to dictate how pixels are arranged during the effect.
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