MGFX v2.0

MGFX v2.0 is a robust After Effects workflow automation script designed to help motion graphics artists, editors & enthusiasts efficiently collect, organize, and relink project files with ease. With advanced custom collection, smart solid handling, and error-resistant file management, MGFX v2.0 streamlines project preparation for archiving, sharing, or delivery.

This script supports both standard and custom collection modes, offers granular control over file destinations, and ensures all assets are collected.

Key Features

1-click organization

This prominent button initiates the primary function of the script: organizing and collecting the files from your currently open After Effects project based on the rules defined in the currently selected configuration. It will also delete any empty folders from your project.

Folder Structure Definition

This section allows you to build the blueprint for your target folder organization within the selected configuration.

Add Folder: Creates a new top-level folder entry in the "Folders" list below.
Delete Folder: Removes the selected top-level folder (and any subfolders within it) from the "Folders" list.
Add Subfolder: Creates a new subfolder inside the currently selected folder in the "Folders" list. 
Delete Subfolder: Removes the selected subfolder from the "Folders" list.

Assigning Filters

When editing a folder/subfolder, you define which files go into it using the following syntax:

Single Extension: .png (Collects all PNG files)
Multiple Extensions: .png,.jpg,.tif (Collects all PNGs, JPGs, and TIFFs - separate with commas)
Extension with Label: .mov:Red (Collects only MOV files that have the "Red" label applied in After Effects)
Multiple Extensions with Labels: .png:Red,.jpg,.gif:Yellow (Collects all PNGs labeled "Red", all JPGs regardless of label, and all GIFs labeled "Yellow")
No Specific Files (Container): .nothing or any other extension that does not exist would not move any files in your folder. But, to add a subfolder it is necessary to assign a dummy extension to the main folder.
Compositions: .comp collects the After Effects composition.
Solids: .solid handles After Effects solids.

Custom Folder Collection

Off (Default): Files are collected strictly according to the folder structure and filters defined in the selected configuration.
On: When checked, instead of using the pre-defined config structure during collection, You can select the specific folder or multiple folders from your config and manually select a destination folder.

This is useful if you have complicated folder structure in your disk or just want to collect some assets.

MGFX v2.0 improves on the functionality of the original v1.0. MGFX v2.0 is not just another collection tool—it’s a comprehensive, all-in-one After Effects workflow automation solution that combines advanced features. It allows users to create custom multi-level folder structures, assign assets using both file extensions and AE label colors, handle solids and comps with precision, and use unique modes like “Custom Folder Selection” and “Cut/Paste” for surgical asset collection. With support for multiple saved configurations, portable presets, error-resistant file management, and automatic cleanup, MGFX v2.0 is built to serve professionals and studios needing efficiency, control, and reliability—streamlining processes that would otherwise require multiple tools or tedious manual effort.