When is it OK to run a java script using AEGP_ExecuteScript.

[aviyaChe]

Hello, I am writing a plugin using the c++ SDK which takes the fonts names of the current selected composition.

Get the font name is done by executing a java script and this code is a part of the idle hook.

My problem is that when a model window of after effects is open, i get popup messages telling me that it is not allowed to execute a script while a model window is open.

Also, when i try to edit a text i get a strange message saying: "need to focus on ourselves".

Is there any way to ask after effect if it is OK to run a script?

Thanks!

[Zac Lam · Accepted solution]

Hi Aviya,

We discussed this off-forum, but I wanted to provide my response here for any others who may have the same question:

This error is shown by design.  Scripting can modify the current project, and if a dialog is open, the state of the AE project could be changing.  So to prevent problems with partially complete project changes, we disallow scripting during this time, and show the error.

I’ve logged a feature request for us to set aside time in the future to improve this scenario.

[aviyaChe]

Thanks For your answer, i'll be waiting for an update.

Aviya.

[tardigrade01]

Hello, I am also encountering this problem with a plugin we're creating with Extend Script and Angular. It occurs when the extension is running and the user tries to create a new text layer. Can you suggest ways that we could track down what specifically might be causing the issue?

[aviyaChe]

I just avoided the problem by not running the script while a text layer is on the user selected list.