The Smart Way to Start Every AE Project (Automation Blocks Tutorial)

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mamoworld
August 28, 2025

Tired of repetitive project setup in After Effects? In this quick tutorial, you'll learn how to automate the entire process using Automation Blocks for After Effects!

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Tired of repetitive project setup in After Effects? In this quick tutorial, you'll learn how to automate the entire process using Automation Blocks for After Effects!

Just enter your new project name, and in seconds, Automation Blocks will:

  • Ask to save the current project (if needed)
  • Create a new project with two comps: PROJECTNAME and PROJECTNAME vertical
  • Set up a clean folder structure: footage/video and footage/audio
  • Save the project to ~/Desktop/PROJECTNAME/PROJECTNAME.aep
  • (BONUS) Import a folder with your go-to assets (logos, textures, watermarks, etc.)

With just around 10 blocks, you'll streamline your workflow, stay consistent, and never forget setup steps again.

Whether you're working solo or in a studio, this is a must-have workflow hack for After Effects users.

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