Pixel Repeat is a free After Effects plugin by Max van Leeuwen that loops pixels to create glitch art, stylized streaks, and other unique visuals, featuring a Visualization mode with transparency support.
Developed by Max van Leeuwen.
About Pixel Repeat
Pixel Repeat is an After Effects plugin from Max van Leeuwen that loops pixels, delivering effects suited to glitch art, stylized streaks, and other distinctive visuals. The plugin includes a Visualization mode with transparency support added in version 1.1, as well as threshold control and Override and Include Interior options. Version 1.2, released on August 17, 2025, provides a minor bug fix. Compatibility is listed for After Effects 2025 and 2024. The plugin is offered as free, though licensing terms should be verified on the developer’s page. A demo video demonstrates the effect before installation.
Features
- Loops pixels as its core effect
- Aimed at glitch art, stylized streaks, and other unique visuals
- Visualization mode with transparency support
- Threshold control
- Override and Include Interior options
- Compatible with After Effects 2025 and 2024
Best for
Creating glitch art, stylized streaks, and other unique visuals in After Effects.
Frequently asked questions
Which After Effects versions does Pixel Repeat support?
Pixel Repeat lists compatibility with After Effects 2025 and 2024; it is intended to work with those versions.
Is Pixel Repeat free to use?
The catalog lists Pixel Repeat as free, but users should verify current licensing terms on the developer’s page.
What changed in Pixel Repeat 1.2?
Version 1.2, released August 17, 2025, is a minor bug‑fix update; earlier 1.1 added transparency support in Visualization mode and resolved threshold and Override/Include Interior issues.
Does Pixel Repeat support transparency?
Transparency is supported in the Visualization mode, a capability introduced in the 1.1 update.
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