Add Null To Layers
Tool

By default, the script creates one null at the average position of all selected layers, making it perfect for grouping multiple elements. The null preserves parent chains and matches layer in/out points automatically.

• • Click - Creates one null at the center of all selected layers for group control
• • Alt + Click - Creates a classic null at the composition center without position offset (useful for expressions)
• • Shift + Click - Creates individual nulls for each selected layer at their respective positions

The script has special logic for handling puppet pins, creating controller nulls and linking them via expressions. This makes it invaluable for character rigging workflows.

Works seamlessly with locked layers and preserves your layer selection and order. When creating nulls for other nulls, it creates special "primary nulls" with different colors for better organization.

While this functionality became available natively in After Effects 2025, Add Null To Layers offers additional features like puppet pin handling and advanced positioning options that make it still valuable for complex rigging scenarios.

Essential for creating control systems, grouping animations, and building complex hierarchies that are easy to manage and animate.