Nexanim is an After Effects plugin that separates animation progress from value, enabling a non‑destructive workflow, preserving easing curves, and allowing synchronized changes across multiple properties.
Developed by Nate.
About Nexanim
Nexanim is a plugin for After Effects that implements a next‑generation animation system where progress is independent of value. This separation allows users to modify values without altering existing easing curves, eliminates curve distortion, and simplifies synchronizing multiple properties. The tool supports dynamic management of keyframed values through expressions and provides a binding workflow: select target properties, choose a Target Selection mode (Same, New, or Stored), and run BIND. Version 1.0.4, released March 16 2026, improves processing for bindings that scale properties. Nexanim runs on After Effects 2026 and 2025. A demo video is available from the developer.
Features
- Separates progress from value as the basis of its animation system
- Non-destructive animation workflow
- Change a value while keeping the existing easing, without the curve changing
- Move multiple properties with the same timing and easing
- Manage keyframed values dynamically with expressions
- Bind properties by selecting targets, choosing a Target Selection mode (Same, New, Stored), and running BIND
Best for
After Effects animators who need a non‑destructive method to adjust values, keep easing intact, and synchronize multiple property animations.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nexanim work with After Effects 2025?
Yes. Nexanim is compatible with After Effects 2025 and also supports After Effects 2026.
How do I create a binding in Nexanim?
Create a binding by selecting the target properties, choosing a Target Selection mode (Same, New, or Stored), and then clicking the BIND button within After Effects.
Can Nexanim change a value without altering the easing curve?
Yes. Nexanim changes a property’s value while preserving its existing easing curve, preventing curve distortion.
Is Nexanim free to use?
Nexanim is listed as free, though users should verify the current licensing terms on the developer’s page before downloading.
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