# [FX Console](<https://www.videocopilot.net/blog/?s=fx+console>)

Free After Effects plugin by Video Copilot — quick-access effects browser, presets, and shortcuts for faster compositing workflows.

Free·After Effects·Video Editing·Plugins

Free·After Effects·Video Editing·Plugins

![FX Console preview 1](<https://d3jddrml5mymee.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/fx_Con_v3.jpg>)

![FX Console preview 2](<https://creatorstoolbox.com/images/galleries/fx-console-og-b0bc1f79a9b867e7e9087d3eb99c5cfa3d189b5db662cfbe167de2ade664ded7.jpg>)

## What is FX Console?

FX Console is a free After Effects plugin from Video Copilot that gives you instant access to effects, presets, and shortcuts without digging through menus. Press a hotkey to open the effects browser, type to search, and apply effects in seconds. Save custom presets, take screenshots of your viewport, and create snapshot comparisons.

It's become an essential tool for motion designers and VFX artists who want to work faster in After Effects. Completely free, no strings attached.

## Features

- Quick-access effects search and apply

- Save and organize effect presets

- Keyboard shortcut launcher

- Screenshot and snapshot tools

- Free from Video Copilot

## FAQs

Common questions about FX Console

Is FX Console free?

Yes — FX Console is completely free from Video Copilot.

Which After Effects versions are supported?

FX Console works with After Effects CC and later on both Mac and Windows.

Who made FX Console?

FX Console is made by Video Copilot, the creators of Element 3D and other popular After Effects tools and tutorials.

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