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Checkmate Pro

by Pixel Vampire·Workflow

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Why we like it

CheckMate Pro earns its place for keeping task tracking entirely inside the .blend file, with no external accounts or services to set up. That self-contained approach, plus cross-platform sharing between Windows, Linux, and Mac, makes it a straightforward fit for artists who want their to-do list in the same file as their work.

What is Checkmate Pro?

CheckMate Pro is a task-management add-on for Blender, built by Pixel Vampire to keep planning inside the same space where you work. You create task lists, group them into categories by department, project, or focus area, and check items off through a pop-up shortcut menu. A hotkey brings that checklist up so tasks can be viewed and ticked without opening the sidebar.

Tasks and categories save per .blend file and can be shared between users. Instead of external databases, cloud services, or user accounts, everything is packed into the project file itself, so tasks and feedback travel wherever the file goes. It is also system agnostic, letting tasks move between Windows, Linux, and Mac versions of Blender.

The design stays lightweight, with a minimal interface and no added clutter. CheckMate Pro suits solo freelancers and collaborative studio teams alike, offering a self-contained way to track work without leaving Blender.

Who is Checkmate Pro best for?

Checkmate Pro is best for solo freelancers and collaborative studio teams who want to plan and track tasks directly inside Blender project files.

How much does Checkmate Pro cost?

Checkmate Pro is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Organized categories that split tasks by department, project, or focus area
  • Pop-up checklist opened with a hotkey to mark tasks complete without using the sidebar
  • Tasks and categories save per .blend file and can be shared between users
  • No reliance on external databases, cloud services, or user accounts
  • System agnostic, so tasks can be shared between Windows, Linux, and Mac versions of Blender
  • Lightweight design with a minimal interface

Tags

#task management#to-do list#workflow#pipeline#productivity#project tracking#Blender

Frequently asked questions

Does CheckMate Pro work with Blender 5.2?

CheckMate Pro lists compatibility with Blender versions 4.0 through 5.2, so it covers a wide span of recent releases including 5.2. If you run a version inside that range, the add-on is built to work with it. For anything outside that window, or to confirm the current supported range before installing, check Pixel Vampire's page on Superhive, since compatibility details can shift as Blender itself updates and new builds are released.

Where does CheckMate Pro store its tasks?

CheckMate Pro packs all categories and tasks directly into the .blend file, rather than relying on external databases, cloud services, or user accounts. Because the data lives inside the project file, tasks and feedback can be distributed to other users along with the file itself. This design also means your task list travels with the project wherever it goes, and there is no separate account setup to manage before you start organizing work in Blender.

Can CheckMate Pro tasks be shared across Windows, Linux, and Mac?

CheckMate Pro is system agnostic, so tasks can be shared between Windows, Linux, and Mac versions of Blender. Since categories and tasks are stored inside the .blend file, a project opened on one operating system carries its task list to another without conversion. That makes it suited to mixed teams where artists work on different platforms but need to see the same tasks and progress inside the shared project file.

Is CheckMate Pro free, and what license does it use?

CheckMate Pro is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing can change over time, so check Pixel Vampire's page on Superhive for the current terms before you download. According to the listing, the add-on is released under the GPL license. For the definitive licensing details and any restrictions on how you can use or distribute it, refer to the developer's page, since those posted terms are what actually govern the tool.

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