macOS 10.13 High Sierra and later (including modern macOS versions)
Official download links for both current and legacy versions are maintained through the user portal.
If the plugin is missing from your effects menu, verify that the Element.plugin file is located in the correct directory: /Applications/Adobe After Effects [Version]/Plug-ins/VideoCopilot/ Intel vs. Apple Silicon (M-Series) Compatibility videocopilot element 3d v10345 plugin for ae mac osx link
This specific version was built primarily for Adobe After Effects CS5, CS5.5, CS6, and early versions of CC (Creative Cloud).
Uses an OpenGL engine for near real-time 3D object manipulation directly within After Effects. Advanced Materials: macOS 10
Video Copilot Element 3D v1.0.345 is a legacy update released on August 3, 2012
, Element 3D remains a favorite for motion designers due to its speed and integration. Element 3D V2 - Video Copilot Uses an OpenGL engine for near real-time 3D
macOS Big Sur (v11.0) or later (older versions support back to OS X 10.7). Adobe After Effects CC 2017 through AE 2024+. Supports Intel and Apple Silicon (M-series)
Note: For Apple Silicon, confirm whether the installer provides an ARM-native or Intel build and whether AE is running natively or under Rosetta; follow vendor guidance.