Are you looking to import 3D models into After Effects without using any plugins? It's possible to import OBJ files directly into After Effects without the need for additional third-party software. In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of importing OBJ files into After Effects and using them in your projects.
Step 1: Prepare Your OBJ File
Before you can import your OBJ file into After Effects, make sure that your 3D model is properly prepared. This means ensuring that textures and materials are correctly applied and that the file is optimized for use in After Effects.
Step 2: Convert OBJ to JSON
After Effects does not natively support the OBJ file format, but it does support JSON. To import your OBJ file, you'll need to convert it to a JSON file using a 3D modeling software or an online conversion tool. Once you have your JSON file, you're ready to import it into After Effects.
Step 3: Import JSON into After Effects
In After Effects, create a new composition and then go to File > Scripts > Run Script File. Navigate to your JSON file and select it. After Effects will then import your 3D model, complete with textures and materials, ready for use in your project.
Step 4: Use Your 3D Model in After Effects
With your 3D model imported, you can now use it in your After Effects projects. Position and animate your 3D model as needed, and take advantage of After Effects' built-in tools and effects to enhance your 3D design.
By following these steps, you can import OBJ files into After Effects without the need for any plugins. This method allows you to work with 3D models directly within After Effects, giving you greater flexibility and creative control over your motion graphics and visual effects projects.