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Keyboard and mouse tracker

by Stefan2814·Workflow

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Why we like it

Earns its place in the Blender extensions library for extending Geometry Nodes into event-driven, input-reactive territory, all in a 3.7 KB add-on that asks for no special permissions.

What is Keyboard and mouse tracker?

Keyboard and mouse tracker is a Blender add-on that brings real-time mouse movement and keyboard input directly into Geometry Nodes. It lets Geometry Nodes react to user input through event-driven logic, making it possible to build interactive systems, prototypes, and game-like mechanics entirely within the node editor.

The add-on is compact at 3.7 KB and requires no special permissions. It focuses on feeding real-time mouse movement and keyboard input into Geometry Nodes so your node setups can respond to what a user does.

The current release is version 1.0.2, published in July 2026 and compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer. That update fixed an issue where some values were not made global, which could crash Blender when undoing. It is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later, with issues reported through a linked Blender Artists thread.

Who is Keyboard and mouse tracker best for?

Keyboard and mouse tracker is best for blender users building interactive systems, prototypes, or game-like mechanics inside Geometry Nodes using real-time mouse and keyboard input.

How much does Keyboard and mouse tracker cost?

Keyboard and mouse tracker is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Real-time mouse movement input routed into Geometry Nodes
  • Keyboard input routed into Geometry Nodes
  • Event-driven logic so Geometry Nodes react to user input
  • Build interactive systems, prototypes, and game-like mechanics within the node editor
  • Compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer
  • Requires no special permissions; distributed under GNU GPL v3.0 or later

Tags

#Blender#Geometry Nodes#add-on#interactive#keyboard input#mouse input#event-driven#prototyping

Frequently asked questions

Does Keyboard and mouse tracker work with Blender 4.2?

Keyboard and mouse tracker is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, so any current LTS or later release should run it. The add-on operates inside Geometry Nodes, bringing real-time mouse movement and keyboard input into the node editor for event-driven logic. Version 1.0.2 was published in July 2026 and fixed an issue where some values were not made global, which could crash Blender on undo. If you are running an older Blender build, you would need to update to at least 4.2 LTS before installing this add-on.

How do I install Keyboard and mouse tracker in Blender?

Keyboard and mouse tracker installs like other Blender extensions. You can drag and drop the downloaded file directly into Blender, or use the Install from Disk option in the extensions preferences. The add-on is small at 3.7 KB and requires no special permissions. Once installed, it exposes real-time mouse movement and keyboard input inside Geometry Nodes so your setups can react to user input. The developer's Blender extensions page and the linked Blender Artists thread cover downloads and issue reporting if you run into trouble.

Does Keyboard and mouse tracker need special permissions?

Keyboard and mouse tracker does not require any special permissions to run in Blender. It is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later, and the current version is 1.0.2, updated on July 1st, 2026. The add-on concentrates on feeding real-time mouse movement and keyboard input into Geometry Nodes through event-driven logic. If you hit bugs or want to report an issue, the developer links a Blender Artists forum thread on the extension page for feedback and support.

Is Keyboard and mouse tracker free to use?

Keyboard and mouse tracker is listed as free here and is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. For current licensing details, downloads, and version history, check the developer's Blender extensions page. The add-on brings real-time mouse movement and keyboard input into Geometry Nodes so nodes can react to user input, and version 1.0.2 addressed a crash that occurred when undoing, caused by some values not being made global. The linked Blender Artists thread is available for reporting issues.

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