Text & Typography October 10, 2026

TextExploder: Split Text into Layers in After Effects

TextExploder splits a text layer into separate lines, words or characters in After Effects for staggered kinetic typography. See how it works.

TextExploder breaks a single text layer into separate lines, words or characters — each as its own fully editable text layer. It is the essential first step for any staggered or sequenced typography animation in After Effects.

Animate text the flexible way

After Effects text animators are powerful but limiting. By exploding text into real layers, you gain complete freedom to offset timing, apply different effects per word, and build complex kinetic typography with ease.

Great for

Staggered word and letter reveals, kinetic typography and lyric videos, and per-word or per-letter effects and rigs.

Get TextExploder

Get TextExploder on NexTools and unlock flexible text animation.

FAQ

Does it split into words or letters?

Both — lines, words or individual characters, as separate editable layers.

Are the layers still editable text?

Yes, each stays a real, editable text layer.