The Orbit Script:
Quick & easy orbit animation for After Effects

Saves you time by automating the entire process of creating orbit animations in After Effects.

About the script:

With the orbit After Effects script you can easily put any layer into an orbit with just one click.

Just select the layer you want to put into an orbit, and hit the button, the script does all the hard work for you and sets up the orbit instantly.

If no layers are selected, the script will create a brand new orbitting moon for you.

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Works with:

Requires After Effects CC 2018 or later

Installing the script:

Choose the licence that suits your needs:

Solo:
£6.99*

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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Save ~43%

Complete Bundle:
£99*

Purchase all 17 Loop 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 more with the Pro Licence subscription. Access all the scripts on multiple computers.

  • 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

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Learn more about the Orbit Script:

Creating orbits in After Effects

There are many ways of creating an orbit in After Effects, and pretty much every single method is pretty tedious. With the orbit after effects script, it couldn't be simpler: just select the layers you want to put into orbit, choose the size of the orbit and hit go.

Customise your orbit

The script also adds a control null for each orbit created, here you can customise the size of the orbit (how far away from the centre the orbitting satellite is), as well as adjusting the orientation of the orbit too.

Adding expressions such as "time*50" to the orientation of an orbit helps add a little extra variance to the animation for some pretty cool results.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I install the script?

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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:
£6.99*

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
Save ~43%

Complete Bundle:
£99*

Purchase all 17 Loop 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 more with the Pro Licence subscription. Access all the scripts on multiple computers.

  • 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 Pro

Frequently 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:

  1. Make sure you're inputting the full and exact licence key without any extra spaces at the start or end.
  2. Please check you are actively connected to the internet.
  3. Try temporarily disabling any firewalls or anti-virus software. Remember to re-enable them afterwards.
  4. If you're still having trouble please email: [email protected]

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