RD: Comp Duplicator is a free, open-source script that mimics some functionality of True Comp Duplicator.
For those unfamiliar, True Comp Duplicator is arguably one of the most legendary scripts in the history of After Effects.
Standard duplication in After Effects is shallow. If you have a composition (Comp A) that contains another composition (Comp B), duplicating Comp A only creates a new instance. It does not duplicate Comp B. If you edit Comp B, it changes in both versions. true comp duplicator after effects download free
True Comp Duplicator solves this by performing a "Deep Duplicate." It scans your entire project, identifies every single nested composition, layer, and footage item associated with your selection, and duplicates everything while renaming them systematically (e.g., turning "Character Comp" into "Character Comp 2" across all nested layers).
Another community-driven script. Available on Creative COW or GitHub. RD: Comp Duplicator is a free, open-source script
How to use:
The legitimate version from AEScripts includes lifetime updates, email support, and tutorials. With a cracked copy, you’re alone when something breaks. If you have a composition (Comp A) that
If you’re a professional or frequent template user, the time saved by True Comp Duplicator pays for itself in one project.
If you cannot afford True Comp Duplicator, here are legitimate free methods to achieve similar results in After Effects.