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Live Inspector

by CGMatter·Workflow

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Why we like it

Live Inspector earns its place in the Superhive library for surfacing collection and parent data in the viewport rather than in a side panel.

What is Live Inspector?

Live Inspector replaces Blender's default viewport statistics with a legible readout placed right in the 3D viewport. It lists all collections an object is in, includes parent information, and reads its data from depsgraph evaluation.

The interface is a dynamic UI living in 3D space. You can bring objects to front with Shift and snap the UI to the mouse with Ctrl. The inspector is launched by hitting Ctrl + Shift + I or by running "Inspector" from the search menu.

Built by CGMatter, Live Inspector is a Dev Fund Contributor product carried in the Superhive library. It targets Blender 4.2 and ships under a Royalty Free license. Documentation is included. For artists who find the standard viewport statistics small and lacking in detail, it offers an in-viewport alternative that surfaces collection and parent data at a glance.

Who is Live Inspector best for?

Live Inspector is best for blender users who want legible object statistics, collection membership, and parent information shown directly in the viewport.

How much does Live Inspector cost?

Live Inspector is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Lists all collections an object is in
  • Includes parent information
  • Dynamic UI living in 3D space
  • Bring objects to front with Shift
  • Snap UI to mouse with Ctrl
  • Reads data from depsgraph evaluation
  • Documentation included

Tags

#Blender#viewport#inspector#collections#polycount#outliner#addon#CGMatter

Frequently asked questions

How do I open Live Inspector in Blender?

Live Inspector is opened by hitting Ctrl + Shift + I, or by running "Inspector" from the search menu. Once active, its dynamic UI lives in the 3D viewport rather than off to the side. You can bring objects to front by holding Shift and snap the UI to the mouse cursor with Ctrl. These shortcuts let you position and interact with the readout while working in the scene.

What Blender version does Live Inspector support?

Live Inspector lists Blender version 4.2 on its product page. It was published on Superhive by CGMatter, who is noted as a Dev Fund Contributor. If you run a different Blender release, check the developer's page for current version details before installing, since the listed compatibility reflects what was stated at publication. Documentation is included with the addon to help you get started.

What information does Live Inspector show about an object?

Live Inspector lists all collections an object is in, which the developer highlights as the biggest deal, and it includes parent information. It reads this data from depsgraph evaluation and presents it through a dynamic UI living in 3D space. The developer positions it as an alternative to Blender's default viewport statistics, which they describe as small, off to the side, and missing some crucial details.

Is Live Inspector free, and what is its license?

Live Inspector is listed as free in this catalog, and its product page notes a Royalty Free license. Pricing and licensing terms can change over time, so check CGMatter's page for the current details before downloading. The addon is offered on Superhive and includes documentation. Confirming the license directly with the developer is the safest way to know how you may use it in your projects.

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