Before diving into the features, it is important to parse the version number. Adobe moved to a new numbering scheme with the 2024 release. The build is the first major point update following the initial launch of After Effects 2024.
. It allows you to import and render 3D models (like .GLB and .GLTF) directly within your compositions alongside 2D layers, eliminating the constant need to switch to external software like Cinema 4D for basic 3D tasks. 3D Model Import & Lighting : You can now import standard 3D file formats and use Image-Based Lighting (IBL)
: A high-performance, GPU-powered engine now handles 3D motion graphics, offering superior antialiasing and transparency. Adobe After Effects 2024 24.1.0.78
: The "3D Gizmo" has been updated to allow for precise positioning. Users can now snap layers in 3D space by dragging constrained X, Y, and Z handles, significantly speeding up complex scene builds.
For a full rundown of every fix and feature in this version, check the official Adobe community site. If you'd like, I can: Show you Explain how to set up Image-Based Lighting Compare this version to earlier versions Let me know which of these would be most useful! Share public link Before diving into the features, it is important
Powered by a newly engineered AI model that excels at tracking complex silhouettes.
The expression engine is updated, enabling complex mathematical rigs to compute up to 4x faster without lagging the interface. System Requirements for Version 24.1.0.78 : The "3D Gizmo" has been updated to
Critical properties for cameras and lights are now consolidated within the Properties panel, reducing the need to constantly twirl open multiple layer parameters in the timeline. System Requirements and Stability
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I tested this build on a Windows 11 (128GB RAM, RTX 4080) and an M2 Max MacBook Pro.
