Physim

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Gravity, collisions and more in our easy to use physics simulator!

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Welcome To Physim

Physim is a physics simulator for After Effects that provides a simple workflow for creating gravity and physics simulations. It is a great tool for creating realistic animations and visual effects.

Simulations in 2 clicks

Start creating physics simulations in just two clicks. No more overly complicated setups or tedious manual adjustments.
Simply select your layers, click "Get", inspect the preview, and click "Apply". Physim will automatically create new null layers with physics properties applied and parent your layers to them.

Customization without complications

Physim is designed to be simple and intuitive, but it also provides plenty of customization options.

Body Controls

Get access to a variety of physics properties to customize your layers' behavior. Adjust the density, friction, restitution (bounciness), and more to create the perfect simulation. Set layers to be static, dynamic and active to control how they interact.

World Controls

Control your simulation's environment with world properties. Adjust the gravity, walls and wall properties with ease. Create a realistic world for your physics simulations.

Import Keyframes

Physim will automatically import your layers' keyframes in the simulation. This allows you to create complex animations and dial in the movement of your layers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Physim?

Physim is an After Effects tool designed for creating physics simulations within your compositions. It provides a simple interface for animations involving gravity, collisions, magnetism, and other physics-related properties.

How do I get started with Physim?

Getting started with Physim is easy. Simply open your composition in After Effects, select the layers you want to include in the simulation, and click 'Get'. Physim will build the scene, and you can start adjusting parameters and applying physics simulations right away.

What parameters can I adjust in Physim?

Physim allows you to adjust various parameters for each layer, including behavior, restitution (bounciness), density, friction, attractor (magnetism or repulsion), and air resistance. You can also control global parameters like gravity and add walls to your simulation.

Can Physim handle keyframes?

Yes, Physim integrates with keyframes in After Effects. The keyframe data is used until the last keyframe, after which the physics simulation takes over. This allows for seamless transitions between animated keyframes and physics-driven movements.

How do I apply a Physim simulation back into After Effects?

Once you're happy with your simulation in Physim, simply click 'Apply'. Physim will add null layers and a save data layer to your composition, allowing you to preview and edit the simulation directly in After Effects.

Can I use Physim with text and characters?

Yes, Physim works with text and character layers in After Effects, but you must first convert them to individual shape layers.

What is the attractor feature in Physim?

The attractor feature in Physim allows you to apply magnetic or repulsive forces to layers. By adjusting the attractor value, you can control how layers are pulled towards or pushed away from the attractor object.

Can I save and reuse Physim simulations?

Yes, Physim saves your simulation data, allowing you to access and reuse it later. This is especially useful for projects where you need to apply similar physics effects to multiple compositions.

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