The Highlight Script:
Quick & easy text highlighting for After Effects
Saves you time by automating the process for creating animated highlight lines for text in After Effects.
The Highlight Script:
About the script:
The Highlight script takes all the hard work out of highlighting text in After Effects.
Here's how to highlight text in After Effects with the script: All you have to do is select your text layer, enter the text you want to highlight, and hit the highlight button. The script then does all the hard work for you, perfectly placing your new highlight lines behind your chosen word or phrase.
Want to create an animated underline instead of a highlight? Just check the underline option in the script panel and hit go!
Choose Licence & BuyWorks with:
Requires After Effects CC 2017 or later
Installing the script:
Read our handy guide on how to install an After Effects script.
Choose the licence that suits your needs:
Solo:
£12.99*
The solo licence is a one-off payment and will only give you access to this script.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on 1 computer only
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Text Animation Bundle:
£22*
A collection of scripts and presets that speed up your workflow when animating text in After Effects
- What's included:
- Highlight Script
- Highline Script
- Telegram Script
- Install on 1 computer only
- And more! See exactly what's included →
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Purchase Save ~43%
Complete Bundle:
£99*
Purchase all 17 Loop After Effects scripts worth £174 in this bundle and save ~£75.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on 1 computer only
- Full access to all other Loop scripts
- Free access to future scripts
- Find out more →
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Pro:
£12.99* per month
Unlock even more time saving power and flexibility with the Pro Licence subscription.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on multiple computers
- Full access to all other Loop scripts
- Free access to future scripts
- Access to all the Loop presets (worth £48)
- 50% OFF all Business Resources
- Cancel any time
* Taxes calculated at checkout
Subscribe to ProLearn more about the Highlight Script:
Highlighting text in After Effects
The process for creating animated highlight lines in After Effects is usually pretty boring, first you have to create the shape layer, then create the line in the right place, perhaps adding animation to it if you need it. Then if you want to change the text you've highlighted you need to duplicate the text layer and position it in the right place... all of which you then have to repeat for every word or phrase you want to highlight.
That's why the Highlight script was created, to automate this entire process and make your life much easier! So, if you're wondering how to highlight text in After Effects, look no further than the highlight script.
Creating an animated underline in After Effects
Sometimes you may only need to underline text in After Effects, rather than creating a full highlight. Luckily, the highlight script also has an underline option!
This means you can now underline text in After Effects at the touch of a button, just select the underline option, hit go, and the script will set up your perfectly positioned animated underline in moments. So if you're looking for a quick way to underline text in Afer Effects, highlight has you covered.
Use the script to create perfectly sized text mattes
Another advantage to the highlight script is that the highlight lines can also be repurposed as perfectly sized text mattes in After Effects. All you need to do is move the highlight line above your text layer and set the text to use it as a track matte and you've got a perfect matte in seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Will the script work with different fonts?
Yes! The script is setup to work with pretty much all fonts.
Does the script work with paragraph box text?
If you're using paragraph text layers rather than standard layers the script will still work, you just have to make sure there are line breaks at the end of each line within the box (at the end of each line, hit the return key to create a new line).
How do I install the script?
Read our handy guide on how to install an After Effects script.
The Loop Licence Keys
Where is my licence key?
When you purchase a script you will be sent a licence Key via email.
This licence key is also available via the script's product page in your Lemon Squeezy Orders.
How do I use my licence key?
Once you have installed your script you will be prompted to enter your licence key. Copy and paste the full licence key into the text box and press the "Activate" button.
Having trouble? Read the FAQ below.
The really important bit:
Before you install any of the Loop scripts you have to enable the "Allow Scripts to Write Files and Access Network" setting.
Go to: Edit > Preferences > Scripting & Expressions and make sure the "Allow Scripts to Write Files and Access Network" checbox is ticked.
Please note: An active internet connection is also required for verification.
Choose the licence that suits your needs:
Solo:
£12.99*
The solo licence is a one-off payment and will only give you access to this script.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on 1 computer only
- —
- —
- —
- —
- —
* Taxes calculated at checkout
Purchase Most features
Text Animation Bundle:
£22*
A collection of scripts and presets that speed up your workflow when animating text in After Effects
- What's included:
- Highlight Script
- Highline Script
- Telegram Script
- Install on 1 computer only
- And more! See exactly what's included →
- —
* Taxes calculated at checkout
Purchase Save ~43%
Complete Bundle:
£99*
Purchase all 17 Loop After Effects scripts worth £174 in this bundle and save ~£75.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on 1 computer only
- Full access to all other Loop scripts
- Free access to future scripts
- Find out more →
- —
- —
* Taxes calculated at checkout
Purchase Most flexible
Pro:
£12.99* per month
Unlock even more time saving power and flexibility with the Pro Licence subscription.
- What's included:
- Full access to this script
- Install on multiple computers
- Full access to all other Loop scripts
- Free access to future scripts
- Access to all the Loop presets (worth £48)
- 50% OFF all Business Resources
- Cancel any time
* Taxes calculated at checkout
Subscribe to ProFrequently Asked Questions about the licence
Where is my licence key?
Your licence key is sent to you via email. It is also available via the script's product page in your Lemon Squeezy Orders.
Why do I keep being asked to provide my licence key?
Each licence allows you to use the script on a set number of workstations. For example: the solo licence allows you to use the script on two workstations at a time.
If you or someone else tries to use the script on a third computer then the first person who registered the script will be logged out and you will need to provide the key again.
If you need access to the script from more than two workstations either purchase another individual licence, or subscribe to a team licence.
My licence key isn't working
Please try all of the following before sending an email:
- Make sure you're inputting the full and exact licence key without any extra spaces at the start or end.
- Please check you are actively connected to the internet.
- Try temporarily disabling any firewalls or anti-virus software. Remember to re-enable them afterwards.
- If you're still having trouble please email: [email protected]
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