How to Install Duik Bassel in After Effects: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction to Duik Bassel
Duik Bassel is a popular community-created tool within the After Effects environment that provides robust rigging and animation capabilities. This guide will walk you through the installation process of Duik Bassel, using different methods available for Windows and Mac users.
1. Installing Duik Bassel
1.1 Copying Files Method
This method involves manually copying the necessary files to the appropriate directories on your computer. This guide covers the steps for both Windows and Mac operating systems.
Windows Installation
Extract the files from the downloaded software.
Locate the ScriptUI Panels folder within your Downloads directory.
Copy all the files from the extracted folder to the following path:
C:Program FilesAdobeAdobe After Effects CCSupport FilesScriptsScriptUI Panels
You may also copy the Optional Panels to the same folder if desired.
(Optional) If you do not have administrator privileges, you might need to run the installer as an administrator. To do this, right-click the installer file and run it as an administrator.
Mac Installation
Extract the files from the downloaded software.
Locate the ScriptUI Panels folder within your Downloads directory.
Copy all the files from the extracted folder to the following path:
/Applications/Adobe After Effects CC/Scripts/ScriptUI Panels
You may also copy the Optional Panels to the same folder if desired.
(Optional) If you do not have administrator privileges, you might need to run the installer as an administrator. To do this, right-click the installer file and select "Open" to run as an administrator.
1.2 Shortcut Method (For After Effects CC2018 and More Recent)
Ensure that the Duik Bassel.jsx file is placed in the appropriate directory or your Downloads folder.
In After Effects, press and hold the Alt and Shift keys on Windows or Option and Shift keys on Mac.
Drag and drop the Duik Bassel.jsx file onto the project panel.
The Duik Bassel panel should now be available in the After Effects interface.
1.3 Using the Menu (For After Effects CC2019 and More Recent)
In After Effects, go to the File > Scripts > Install ScriptUI Panel... menu.
A dialog box will appear, prompting you to select the Duik Bassel.jsx file. Browse to the appropriate directory and select the file.
Click Install to proceed with the installation.
The Duik Bassel panel will now be available in the After Effects interface.
2. Troubleshooting and Notes
During the installation, some features may not work as intended if you use third-party tools. For example, features using third-party tools such as transcoding sound when exporting to Adobe Audition may not function correctly. It is recommended to check the README file or the official documentation for updates and additional information.
3. Conclusion
After completing the installation process, you should have all the necessary components of Duik Bassel available in your After Effects project. Remember to restart After Effects to ensure all changes are applied.
For further assistance or questions, refer to the official documentation or community forums for Duik Bassel. Happy rigging and animating with Duik Bassel!