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Aug 14, 2026 8:37 PM UTC
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When i try to preview my footage it only makes a tiny green bar and then the playhead wont move at all so i effectively cant render my video, i cannot use the software because of thist i have tried everything nothing seems to work

After effects crashes moments after every time

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    Peru Bob
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    Aug 17, 2026 12:01 AM UTC

    ...and if NVIDIA graphics, make sure to use the latest Studio Driver from NVIDIA (NOT the Game Driver).

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    Nishu Kushwaha
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    Aug 17, 2026 12:11 PM UTC

    Hi, sorry you're stuck on this. To help figure out what's happening, could you share:

    1. Your exact AE version and your system specs.

    2. What specifically have you tried already? That'll save us both time so I don't suggest the same steps.

    3. Does the issue happen with all projects, or just a specific one? What about with a brand new project?

    4. Does the playhead stay stuck when you try to just scrub manually, or is scrubbing fine and only the automated preview fails?

    Looking forward to your response.


    Thanks,

    Nishu

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    Community Expert
    Aug 16, 2026 12:53 AM UTC

    Please make sure that your Graphics card drivers are up to date and give use your operating and system specs.

     

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