after-effects-mcp
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Adobe After Effects that enables AI assistants and other applications to control After Effects through a standardized protocol.
This server allows for remote control of compositions, text, shapes, solids, and properties in Adobe After Effects using ExtendScript. It provides a standardized way for applications to interact with After Effects, making it easier to integrate AI functionalities.
Compatible with
Install
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"after-effects-mcp-1": {
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-after-effects-mcp-1"
],
"command": "npx"
}
}
}Config File Location
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Linux: ~/.config/claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Some servers require additional setup - check the GitHub README for specific instructions.