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Motion Workbench v0.2

Motion Workbench

A focused production toolkit for editors and motion teams who need faster asset reuse, localization, batch subtitles, caption presets, chat mockups, media intake, AI services, and remote production inside After Effects.

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Install Motion Workbench v0.2.

Purchase a plan or sign in with your licensed email to download the installer for your computer and manage activations.

macOS

Mac installer

Use this package for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. macOS may ask you to approve the installer in Security settings.

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Windows

Windows installer

Use this installer for Windows After Effects. Python is still installed separately when local AI tools need it.

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Installation notes

  • Installer downloads are available after signing in with a licensed account.
  • macOS may ask you to approve the installer from Security settings.
  • After installation, close and reopen After Effects before launching the panel.
  • Windows local AI tools may require Python 3 with PATH enabled.
  • Local AI models are downloaded on first use and download time depends on your connection.
  • Future builds can be checked from Motion Workbench Settings > Updates.
  • Keep your license key private and remove old devices from your account before moving computers.

Tutorials

Start with setup and the asset library workflow.

Short practical videos for installing Motion Workbench and using the first production tools inside After Effects.

macOS setup

How to Install Motion Workbench on macOS

Install the macOS package, approve the security prompt if shown, and open the panel inside After Effects.

  • Download the macOS installer
  • Approve the package in macOS Security settings if needed
  • Open Motion Workbench from Extensions
Windows setup

How to Install Motion Workbench on Windows

Run the Windows installer, start After Effects, and prepare the system for local AI tools when needed.

  • Run the Windows installer
  • Open the panel from Extensions
  • Install Python for local AI workflows
Asset library

Save and Reuse After Effects Assets

Create reusable asset packages from selected comps or folders, then import them into future projects.

  • Choose a local library folder
  • Add selected comps or folders
  • Preview and import reusable assets

v0.2 toolkit

Built around real After Effects production tasks.

Asset Library

Package selected comps or folders, generate thumbnails and previews, then import reusable assets into future projects.

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Localization

Duplicate comps or folder trees from a CSV language dictionary, translate text layers, and reuse existing target comps.

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Subtitles

Transcribe selected media with local Whisper models and create timed subtitle comps with reusable text presets.

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Batch Subtitles

Assign a Whisper model and language per selected media item, review grouped transcripts, and create separate caption comps.

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Caption Presets

Browse styles, animated templates, caption packs, word highlights, preview videos, thumbnails, and favorites.

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Media Import

Download your own published videos by URL, trim long videos by time range, and import them into the project.

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Local Generation

Generate local TTS audio, preview it, import it into After Effects, and manage installed AI models.

Versions

Create VO script variations, generate image versions from selected frames, and prepare future video variation workflows.

Render Helpers

Create mirrored render folders and send comps from selected project folders to Adobe Media Encoder.

Chat Mockup Builder

Create editable WhatsApp-style direct or group conversations with timed text, image, video, and audio bubbles.

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Remote Production

Receive permitted files through your own Telegram bot, monitor render folders, and upload to saved Google Drive destinations.

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Roadmap

What comes after v0.2.

Smaller follow-up releases will improve onboarding, presets, language workflows, and guided learning without waiting for another large release.

v0.2.1 tutorials and tips Contextual guidance inside the panel backed by a shared online tutorial library.
Caption preset refinements More readable cards, expanded preview coverage, and easier preset pack management.
Batch subtitle refinements More languages, improved word grouping, and clearer per-file review controls.
Local generation Additional local image, voice, and sound workflows as they become production-ready.

Plans

Choose the workspace size that fits your production flow.

Choose a paid plan through Lemon Squeezy. Active subscriptions receive license access, installer downloads, and device management through the Motion Workbench account.

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Creator

$19/month

Monthly access for individual editors, motion designers, and creators.

  • 1 activation seat included
  • Commercial use license
  • Installer downloads and update access
  • Personal account and device management
  • Local AI workflows and web service connectors
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Team

Team

$49/month

Shared deployment, device management, and workflow support for teams up to 3 activations.

  • 3 activation seats included
  • Centralized license management
  • Priority setup support
  • Prepared for team billing and invoices
Buy Team Starter
Need more seats? Team Starter, Studio, and Agency checkout links are available through Lemon Squeezy.

Security and licensing

Designed for a safer commercial rollout.

Motion Workbench keeps heavy generation local where possible and uses a backend license check for paid plans. API keys for third-party services remain controlled by the user, while subscription state, device activation, and updates are handled by the Motion Workbench service.

Accounts provide installer access, license status, and device removal when moving between computers.

Motion Workbench is not affiliated with or endorsed by Adobe. Adobe and After Effects are trademarks of Adobe Inc.

FAQ

After Effects automation questions.

Short answers for editors, motion designers, and production teams comparing localization, caption, and asset workflow tools.

What is Motion Workbench?

Motion Workbench is an After Effects automation panel for localization, subtitle captions, reusable asset libraries, media import, local AI voice tools, versioning, and render helpers.

Can it localize After Effects comps?

Yes. It can duplicate selected comps or folder trees, translate text layers from CSV dictionaries or AI translation, rename language tokens, replace matching localized source files, and preserve nested precomp structure.

Can it create captions and subtitles?

Yes. It can transcribe one or multiple selected audio or video items with local Whisper models and create timed subtitle comps with reusable caption presets.

Can it create chat mockups?

Yes. It can create editable WhatsApp-style direct or group chat comps with timed text, image, video, and audio messages.

Can it reuse After Effects assets?

Yes. The asset library can package selected comps or folders, generate thumbnails and previews, then import reusable packages into future projects.

Does it work on macOS and Windows?

Yes. Motion Workbench provides installers for macOS and Windows. Some local AI features may require extra local tools such as Python or downloaded AI models.

Where are API keys stored?

Third-party API keys entered inside the panel are intended to stay on the user's computer. The backend is used for account access, license checks, downloads, and update information.

Release notes

Motion Workbench v0.2

v0.2 expands cross-computer settings migration, subtitle timing, caption preview recovery, browser-assisted media import, and YouTube format compatibility. Smaller v0.2.x releases will continue improving tutorials and production workflows.