GifGun 2 adds one‑click export of animated GIF, WEBP and MP4 from After Effects, including Alpha Matte handling, size optimization, and standalone/web app versions.
Developed by Nik Ska.
About GifGun 2
GifGun 2 is the second generation of Nik Ska’s export tool for After Effects, enabling one‑click creation of animated GIFs and now supporting WEBP and MP4 formats. The plugin provides Alpha Matte for GIFs, a GIF size‑optimization algorithm, and savable presets. WEBP rendering includes looping and a Sharp YUV mode, while MP4 export uses 2‑pass rendering. Standalone and web applications are also supplied. Compatibility covers After Effects versions 2020 through 2026. Recent updates focus on stability, UI tweaks, improved alpha handling, and color‑palette generation for transparent GIFs. The plugin is listed as free in the catalog.
Features
- One-click animated GIF creation in After Effects
- WEBP rendering with looping and a Sharp YUV mode
- MP4 export with 2-pass rendering
- Alpha Matte for GIF, mattes semi-transparent pixels around the alpha edge
- GIF size optimization algorithm
- Standalone and web apps alongside the After Effects version
- Savable presets
Best for
After Effects users who need quick export of animated GIF, WEBP, or MP4 files with minimal configuration.
Frequently asked questions
Does GifGun 2 work with After Effects 2026?
Yes. GifGun 2 supports After Effects 2026 as well as the 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020 releases.
Does GifGun 2 export WEBP and MP4 as well as GIF?
Yes. In addition to animated GIF, GifGun 2 can export WEBP (with looping and Sharp YUV mode) and MP4 (using 2‑pass rendering).
Is GifGun 2 free?
The catalog lists GifGun 2 as free, but pricing terms may change, so checking the developer’s aescripts page for current licensing is recommended.
What changed in GifGun 2 version 2.2.1?
Version 2.2.1, released 8 April 2026, fixed minor WEBP rendering issues, corrected Alpha Matte behavior, and resolved path errors with emoji rendering; earlier 2.2.0 updates added stability, UI changes, a new GIF size‑optimization algorithm, and refined MP4 and WEBP features.
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