The Telegram Script:
Easy paragraph animation for After Effects

Saves you time by automating the process for animating paragraph text in After Effects. Instantly split text into lines and add a perfectly sized matte & background for each line.

About the script:

Telegram takes the hassle out of animating paragraphs line by line in After Effects. With just one click: the script will split your after effects paragraph text up into individual lines, move each split text line to the correct position, and if you need it: apply a matte background perfectly sized to the text.

Combine with our After Effects text animators to create the perfect after effects pop up text style.

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Works with:

After Effects CC 2014 or later

Installing the 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

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Complete Bundle:
£99*

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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)
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Learn more about the Telegram Script:

Version 2 Update:

The Telegram script now allows you to add a background to each line of paragraph text. So if you want to add a perfectly sized background to your text in After Effects, the Telegram script has you covered (even if it's just one line of text!).

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If you’ve ever tried to animate after effects paragraph text, you’ll know it can be a bit of a pain, and if you’re looking to animate text line by line After Effects makes this a hassle too.

Usually the process for animating after effects paragraph text is as follows: split the text text into lines manually, reposition everything carefully to match the paragraph format, and then create a new matte for each line that has to match up to the text.

With the telegram script, all you need to do is select the paragraph text layer you want to split, and hit the button! The script takes care of everything for you, including creating a matte for each line.

Animating after effects paragraph text really is a breeze with the telegram script

Animated paragraph text

The Telegram script has been designed to work exclusively with text animators like our Staple text animation presets.

When the text is split into lines, any text animators applied to the original paragraph will be carried over automatically.

When applying a matte to animated text, just move the time marker to the end of your animation and hit the button - each matte will be placed where the text animation finishes.

The script requires animation to be applied to a text layer via Text Animators, any animation that's applied directly to the position/scale/anchor point etc. won't produce the desired effect.

Telegram makes it easier than ever to animate after effects paragraph text.

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Split your text into lines in AE

No more manually positioning text layers to the right place, just hit the button and go!

Adjust the padding & position

The script also creates a control layer, each new line created is parented to the null which means you can adjust the position of the whole paragraph easily.

The control layer also has two options to adjust the padding of the matte layers - if your text animation needs that extra bit of padding around the text, just adjust the slider and the matte will automatically change.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Can Telegram be used to animate text in After Effects?

Telegram splits paragraph text up into lines and applies a matte or a background to each text line for you. For the actual text animation in After Effects, check out the Staple text animation presets - all you have to do with these presets is apply them to your text layer and you'll have animated text in moments.

How can I create After Effects pop up text?

If you want to create After Effects pop up text with the telegram script, you'll first need to animate your text layer to create the pop up effect, and then you can use the telegram script to create the matte for each line of your text so that it pops up nicely! If you need help creating the pop up text animation, take a look at the Staple text animation presets.

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:
£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

* 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 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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