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ZXP / CEP Extension won't open

Jan 12, 2026 by a + a

If you are experiencing an issue where the extension won't open or opens with a blank window please try this solution:

  • Open the aescripts + aeplugins ZXP Installer or Manager App
  • Click on the gear icon to open the settings
  • Click on the ZXP icon
  • Make sure that "Enable Debugging" is checked for CEP 8 to 12.

    --->> Please note that if you are using 2025 or above, you need to enable CEP 12.
    If you do not see the CEP 12 option, you need to update to the latest version of the installer

  • Click OK
  • Retry the extension (might require restarting the host application)

 

 

macOS Apple Silicon

 

If you are on a macOS system with an Apple Silicon chip you can also try launching the Adobe host (After Effects, Premiere, etc) from the Adobe Creative Cloud app using the Open (Intel) option from the three-dot menu next to the Open button:

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