Expressions & Cleanup October 24, 2026

How to Set Up a 360 Composition in After Effects

Learn how to set up and edit a 360 / VR composition in After Effects, including format conversion, using VR Comp Editor.

Working with immersive video means setting up a 360 composition in After Effects correctly so edits look right when viewed in a headset. Here is how with VR Comp Editor.

Why 360 needs special setup

Spherical footage distorts at the poles and seams, so it needs a workflow designed for equirectangular content.

Step 1 — Import your 360 footage

Bring in your equirectangular source.

Step 2 — Configure the VR comp

Use VR Comp Editor to set up the immersive composition.

Step 3 — Edit the scene

Add elements that respect the spherical space.

Step 4 — Convert as needed

Switch between VR formats for your delivery target.

The tool behind it

Get VR Comp Editor on NexTools.

FAQ

Do I need special footage?

Yes, 360/equirectangular source.

Can I convert formats?

Yes, it handles VR format conversion.