If you're experiencing an issue where Cyclops won't open when clicking Window > Extensions > Cyclops, you may need to use this solution:

Enable Debugging

1. Open the Manager App or the ZXP Installer from aescripts + aeplugins.
2. Click the gear icon to open settings.
3. Click the ZXP icon to open CEP settings.
4. Ensure that every checkbox labeled Enable debugging is checked.
5. Click the OK button.
6. Restart After Effects and try Cyclops again.

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This issue is caused by the aescripts + aeplugins licensing framework. Learn more on the official aescripts + aeplugins help page.

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