SL Set Layer Duration | After Effects Script

SL_SetLayerDuration

The script enables users to set the duration of multiple layers in a way that organizes them sequentially, similar to a slideshow. By default, the "groups of x" number is set to 1, meaning each layer begins right after the end of the previous one:

In default mode it will arrange the layers sequentially.

Adjusting the "groups of x" number to 2 results in layers grouping in sets of two:

Groups of x - very useful for side by side slideshows

• The Playhead position determines the start position of the first layer/s.
• First Layer selected = first Layer of Slideshow // Last selected = last Layer
• The Duration can be set either in Seconds or Frames.
• For "groups of x" you can use the slider, or type in your own number.

The steps to utilize this script/tool are outlined as follows:

1. Select the first layer.
2. Press the <shift> key.
3. Select the last layer.
4. Input a duration for these selected layers.
5. Choose a "groups of" number or use the slider.
6. Press <Arrange>.