The ft-UVPass workflow allows compositors to apply, map, and animate 2D textures onto 3D geometry. This process relies on a UV pass rendered from 3D software like Cinema 4D, Maya, or Blender. Instead of re-rendering an entire 3D scene just to change a logo or a texture, you can swap it instantly in After Effects. Key Features of Version 5.5.1a
: Fully compatible with Multi-Frame Rendering (MFR) and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) for optimized performance. AeScripts ft-UVPass Bundle v5.5.1a Free Download
In your 3D application (e.g., Cinema 4D or Blender), set up a custom AOV (Arbitrary Output Variable) or render pass for UV coordinates. This pass represents the U (horizontal) and V (vertical) coordinates of your 3D model as Red and Green color channels. Save this pass as an EXR or TIFF file in 16-bit or 32-bit color depth to avoid banding. Step 2: Set Up After Effects The ft-UVPass workflow allows compositors to apply, map,
Apply the ft-UVPass effect to your texture layer. In the effect control panel, select your rendered UV pass as the source map. The plugin will instantly warp the texture to match the shape and orientation of the 3D object. Why Use ft-UVPass Instead of Re-Rendering? Key Features of Version 5
Once in After Effects, you can swap the "source" layer for the UV pass, and the plugin will wrap your new artwork onto the object perfectly. This is particularly useful for: