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Banana For Scale

by Prince Eagle·Workflow

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Why we like it

Banana For Scale focuses on one job — dropping true-to-life reference objects into a scene for scale comparison. Note the objects are provided as references, not for modelling.

What is Banana For Scale?

Banana For Scale is an add-on for Blender that lets you import real-world scaled meshes for scene comparisons. Rather than guessing at proportions, you bring in reference objects at true-to-life scale and compare them against your own work. The objects are not meant for modelling; that is not their primary purpose.

Once installed and activated, you set a location for the .obj files in the add-on preferences. In the 3D Viewport, pressing Shift + A opens the Add menu, where you go to Mesh > For Scale and import the object you want. You can add or delete .obj files in the configured directory to your liking, tailoring the set of available reference meshes.

Installation follows the standard Blender workflow: download the .zip file, open Edit > Preferences > Add-ons > Install, locate the .zip, and install. The add-on is published under the GPL license and supports Blender's Internal, Cycles, and Eevee render engines. Documentation is included, and a demo video is available for those who want a closer look before setting it up.

Who is Banana For Scale best for?

Banana For Scale is best for 3D modelers who want real-world scaled reference meshes to check the size of their work in Blender.

How much does Banana For Scale cost?

Banana For Scale is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Instantly imports real-world scaled meshes into your Blender scene
  • Reference objects added via the Add menu under Mesh > For Scale
  • Configurable directory for .obj files set in the add-on preferences
  • Add or delete .obj files in the directory to customise the available meshes
  • Standard .zip installation through Blender's Add-ons preferences
  • Documentation included
  • Works with Blender Internal, Cycles, and Eevee render engines

Tags

#blender#scale reference#real-world scale#3d modeling#add-on#reference meshes#workflow

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does Banana For Scale support?

Banana For Scale lists support for Blender versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, and 3.5. It is also noted as working with the Blender Internal, Cycles, and Eevee render engines. If you are on one of these versions, the add-on should install and run through the standard Add-ons preferences workflow. For versions outside this range, check the developer's page for current compatibility details before installing.

How do I install Banana For Scale in Blender?

Banana For Scale installs like a standard Blender add-on. Download the .zip file, then in Blender go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons > Install, locate the .zip file, and install it. Activate the add-on, then set the location for the .obj files in the preferences. From there, press Shift + A in the 3D Viewport to open the Add menu and choose Mesh > For Scale to import the object you want.

Can I use Banana For Scale objects for modelling?

Banana For Scale objects are not meant for modelling — that is not their primary purpose, though the developer notes you can. The add-on is built around importing real-world scaled reference meshes so you can compare them against your own models and confirm sizing. You can add or delete .obj files in the directory set in the preferences, so the set of available reference objects is up to you to manage.

Is Banana For Scale free, and what license does it use?

Banana For Scale is listed as free in this catalog, and it is published under the GPL license. For current licensing terms and any purchase details, check the developer's page directly, since availability and terms can change over time. The add-on is distributed as a .zip file that you install through Blender's Add-ons preferences, and documentation is included to help you get set up.

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