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Bsurfaces GPL Edition

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Why we like it

Bsurfaces GPL Edition earns its place in the Blender extensions library as a modeling and retopology add-on that once shipped with Blender 4.1. It now carries limited support, so check the developer's page before relying on it in production.

What is Bsurfaces GPL Edition?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition is a modeling and retopology tool for Blender. It was part of the bundled add-ons in Blender 4.1 and is now offered as it is, with limited support. The add-on was originally created by Eclectiel and Vladimir Spivak (cwolf3d).

You will find it in the View3D Edit Mode, under the Edit tab of the sidebar. The current release is version 1.8.4, published in May 2024, and it is compatible with Blender 4.3 and newer. The download is small, at 31 KB, and the add-on does not require any special permissions.

Bsurfaces GPL Edition is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. This release ships with no changelog. For documentation, current licensing and the latest details, refer to the developer's page on the Blender extensions platform.

Who is Bsurfaces GPL Edition best for?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition is best for blender users working on modeling and retopology in Edit Mode.

How much does Bsurfaces GPL Edition cost?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Modeling and retopology tool for Blender
  • Accessed from the View3D Edit Mode, under the Edit tab in the sidebar
  • Compatible with Blender 4.3 and newer
  • Released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later
  • Requires no special permissions
  • Compact 31 KB download

Tags

#retopology#modeling#mesh#blender#add-on#gpl#sidebar-tool

Frequently asked questions

Does Bsurfaces GPL Edition work with Blender 4.3 and newer?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition lists compatibility with Blender 4.3 and newer, and version 1.8.4 was published in May 2024. It was previously part of the bundled add-ons in Blender 4.1 but is now offered as it is, with limited support. If you run a newer Blender release, install the add-on and confirm it behaves as expected in your version, since ongoing support for the extension is limited. For the most current compatibility notes, check the developer's page on the Blender extensions platform.

Where is Bsurfaces GPL Edition located in Blender?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition lives in the View3D, in Edit Mode. Open the sidebar and look under the Edit tab to find its controls, which keeps the modeling and retopology functions within reach while you are editing a mesh. The add-on was originally created by Eclectiel and Vladimir Spivak (cwolf3d). It carries limited support today, having previously been bundled with Blender 4.1, so keep that in mind as you work with it.

What license is Bsurfaces GPL Edition released under?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. It is listed here as free, and the add-on does not require any special permissions to run. The GPL v3-or-later license governs how the code can be used, modified and redistributed. For the exact terms, current licensing and any conditions that apply to your use, refer to the license text and the developer's page on the Blender extensions platform.

How do I install Bsurfaces GPL Edition?

Bsurfaces GPL Edition can be added to Blender by dragging and dropping the extension into the application, or by downloading it and installing from disk through Blender's extension preferences. The download is compact, around 31 KB. After installing, find the tool in the View3D sidebar under the Edit tab while in Edit Mode. Version 1.8.4 targets Blender 4.3 and newer, so make sure your Blender version matches before installing. Full install steps are documented on the developer's page.

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