StareLock
Intelligent Eye Targeting & Rotation Control for After Effects
Bring motion to life with precision. StareLock eliminates manual rotation keyframes and replaces them with a smart, target-driven system that feels natural and responsive.
Adobe After Effects
StareLock gives your layers intent.
Instead of keyframing rotation, you define what they should look at.
Assign a target, and StareLock handles the motion in real time with precise, natural rotation. It stays clean, responsive, and fully controllable with simple adjustments like Offset.
Built for animators who want speed without losing control.
Compatible with
Adobe After Effects
CC 2020+
Target and let it work
Choose a layer as your “Look” target. StareLock instantly calculates rotation to face it.
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Keyframes? Not needed.
Rotation updates automatically as your target moves. Zero manual animation required.
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Fine-tune with Offset
Dial in the exact angle using Offset for perfect alignment and style control.
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How It Works
1
Apply the StareLock preset or use the panel.
2
Assign a target layer using the “Look” control.
3
Enable “Active” to start tracking.
4
Adjust Offset and move your target to drive rotation in real time.
Key Features
Target-Based Rotation Engine
Automatically rotates layers toward a target with accurate angle calculation.
Real-Time Motion Response
Updates instantly as your target moves. No baking or re-keyframing needed.
Offset Calibration
Fine-tune the final rotation for artistic control and alignment.
Lightweight Expression System
Fast, efficient, and stable even in complex compositions.
One-Click Setup
Apply preset and start instantly. No rigging, no setup friction.
Works with 2D and 3D Layers
Flexible across different animation styles and workflows.
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Our Script UI is delivered as a JSX file for easy installation for After Effects.
v1.0.0
Technical Specifications
Requirements
Architecture
System Requirements
OS
macOS 11+
Windows 10+
RAM
4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB recommended
Storage
100 MB free space
Processor
Intel Core i5 or Apple Silicon (M1/M2) or equivalent
Product Information
File Format
JSX (Script UI Panel)
File Size
~13 KB
Current Version
1.0.0
Release Date
April 07, 2026
Last Updated
April 07, 2026
Minimum Adobe Version
CC 2020+
Languages
English
License Type
Perpetual