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Originally one of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons, 3D Navigation now lives in the extensions library as a compact sidebar panel, maintained as-is with limited support. Its 1.3.0 update brings custom view directions and a refreshed UI.
3D Navigation is a Blender add-on that places 3D Viewport navigation controls in the Sidebar. You'll find it under View3D → Sidebar → View tab, where its panel lets you move around the viewport without relying on the numpad.
The extension began as one of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons and is now offered on its own with limited support. It was originally created by Demohero and uriel. Version 1.3.0 adds custom view directions and a new UI.
3D Navigation is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer and is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. It requires no special permissions and, at 3.2 KB, installs by dragging the extension into Blender or using Install from Disk. With more than 45,000 downloads to date, it remains a small, self-contained panel rather than a heavyweight tool.
3D Navigation is best for blender users who want 3D Viewport navigation controls in the Sidebar, including those working on laptops without a numpad.
3D Navigation is completely free to download and use.
3D Navigation is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer. It originally shipped as one of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons, so it has a history within recent Blender releases, though it's now offered as-is with limited support. If you're running 4.2 LTS or a later version, you can install it by dragging and dropping the extension into Blender or installing it from disk. For older versions, check the developer's page, since compatibility here is listed for 4.2 LTS and up.
3D Navigation lives in the 3D Viewport sidebar, under View3D → Sidebar → View tab. Once installed, its controls appear there for navigating the 3D Viewport directly from the panel. The current release, version 1.3.0, adds custom view directions and a new UI. If the panel doesn't show up after installation, make sure the extension is enabled in Blender's preferences and that you've opened the sidebar in the 3D Viewport.
3D Navigation version 1.3.0 introduced custom view directions and a new UI. The add-on was originally created by Demohero and uriel and was part of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons before moving to the extensions library, where it's now maintained as-is with limited support. If you want the full version history, the developer's page lists all previous releases alongside the current one.
3D Navigation is listed as free here and is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later, which governs how you can use, modify, and redistribute the add-on. Pricing and licensing can change over time, so check the developer's page for current terms before you rely on them. As a GPL extension, its source can be studied and adapted within the bounds of that license.
3D Navigation does not require any special permissions in Blender. When you install it, the extension runs without requesting extra access to your system or files. It's also compact, at 3.2 KB, and installs by dragging and dropping the extension into Blender or using Install from Disk. That keeps setup straightforward for anyone adding it to a 4.2 LTS or newer install.
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