: If both the pre-comp and the main composition have active cameras in 3D space.
If you’re specifically dealing with Premiere Pro imports (which often turn every text layer into a separate pre-comp), the Batch Un-Precompose script on Gumroad is a lifesaver. Name a fair price (starts at €0). Installation: Drop it into your After Effects
Use a project dashboard composition. Never precompose without a reason. And when you need to reverse it, let the script do the heavy lifting.
You simply select the pre-comp layer, run the script, and the layers appear exactly where they should be. How to Download Un-Precompose for Free
Before running any script that moves dozens of layers, save a new version of your project ( Ctrl+Alt+S ).
: This version is frequently updated to support the latest versions of After Effects and newer operating systems. Free Alternatives