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August 5, 2025
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Allow Scripts to Run on Project Save (Pre-Save / Post-Save Event)

  • August 5, 2025
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After Effects currently allows running scripts at Startup and Shutdown,
but there is no way to automatically run a script when saving a project.

If this were possible, it would greatly expand automation possibilities, for example:

Before saving: validate the project (e.g., detect missing footage, enforce naming conventions)

After saving: write logs or export metadata for pipeline integration

(This would work like a Git pre-commit hook, but for After Effects projects.)

I fully understand that executing scripts at such a critical timing carries
implementation risks and potential stability issues.
However, for large studios and power users, this feature could be extremely useful
to maintain clean, pipeline-ready projects and reduce manual steps.
Thanks!