PuzzleMotion is a block‑based animation plugin for After Effects that lets you drag and drop direction blocks onto a visual timeline to create smooth motions without manual keyframing, supporting text, images, and shapes on both Mac and Windows.
Developed by nebulaf.
About PuzzleMotion
PuzzleMotion introduces a block‑based workflow for animation in After Effects, replacing traditional keyframe editing with draggable direction blocks placed on a visual timeline. Users can target any layer, employing “Text Split” for text layers and “PM_setup” for images or shapes. The plugin includes a randomizer for automatic motion generation, an AUTO mode, manual adjustment tools with movement smoothing, and the ability to create custom blocks. Integration with mirAI is also supported. PuzzleMotion runs on After Effects 2024 and later and is compatible with both macOS and Windows operating systems. The current release is version 1.0.4, updated in July 2026.
Features
- Block-based animation built by dragging and dropping direction blocks onto a visual timeline
- Target any layer, with “Text Split” for text and “PM_setup” for images and shapes
- Randomizer for automatically generating movement
- AUTO mode plus manual adjustments and movement smoothing
- Custom blocks for building your own motion
- Integration with mirAI
- Runs on both Mac and Windows
Best for
After Effects artists who prefer a drag‑and‑drop, block‑based approach to layer animation rather than traditional keyframing.
Frequently asked questions
Does PuzzleMotion work with After Effects 2024?
Yes. PuzzleMotion supports After Effects 2024 and later, matching the stated compatibility range.
How do you create and apply animations in PuzzleMotion?
Create animations by dragging direction blocks onto the panel’s timeline or using the randomizer, then click “Apply Motion” to start the layer moving; you can also use AUTO mode, manual adjustments, and custom blocks.
Is PuzzleMotion free to use?
The catalog lists PuzzleMotion as free, but licensing terms may change, so verify the current status on the developer’s page before use.
Does PuzzleMotion run on Mac and Windows?
PuzzleMotion is compatible with both macOS and Windows, allowing use on either platform with After Effects 2024 or newer.
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