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Multi Files Bookmark

by 61+·Workflow

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Why we like it

Multi Files Bookmark earns its place in the Blender Extensions library for a browser-tab approach to managing multiple project files, with customizable dock styling and color presets.

What is Multi Files Bookmark?

Multi Files Bookmark manages Blender projects like browser tabs. You add frequently used .blend files to a compact dock bar, view them with thumbnails, and jump between projects without repeatedly digging through folders. Files added to the dock stay ready for quick access, and the tab bar switches between them.

The dock's appearance is customizable: you can adjust scale, color style, and dark mode behavior, and a toggle shortcut shows or hides the dock bar when you need more viewport space. Version 0.7.1 sets the default color mode to "Read Theme Entries," so switching themes changes the colors automatically, while manual color control remains available. A preset storage function lets you save multiple custom color presets, stored in a local cache path so they survive uninstalling and reinstalling. Hovering over a read theme entry previews its color in the panel.

The add-on supports both Chinese and English language modes. A shortcut has been added to save files to their original path, addressing earlier behavior where switching stored files temporarily in a cache directory. Created by 61+, it is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later.

Who is Multi Files Bookmark best for?

Multi Files Bookmark is best for blender users who work across multiple .blend project files and want to switch between them from a single window.

How much does Multi Files Bookmark cost?

Multi Files Bookmark is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Tab-style project switching from a compact dock bar of saved .blend files
  • Project bookmarks that keep frequently used files ready for quick access
  • Thumbnail previews to recognize files visually rather than by name only
  • Customizable UI with adjustable scale, color style, and dark mode behavior
  • Toggle shortcut to show or hide the dock bar for more viewport space
  • Color preset storage saved to a local cache path, retained across reinstalls
  • Chinese and English language support

Tags

#Blender#workflow#project management#file management#bookmarks#tabs#add-on#UI

Frequently asked questions

Does Multi Files Bookmark work with Blender 5.0?

Multi Files Bookmark is compatible with Blender 5.0 and newer. It runs inside a single Blender window and does not require special permissions. If you are on an older Blender release, check the developer's GitHub releases page for details before installing, since the listed compatibility begins at Blender 5.0. The add-on package is small at around 48 KB, keeping installation and updates lightweight within a supported Blender build.

How do I install Multi Files Bookmark?

Multi Files Bookmark can be installed from Blender Extensions by opening Edit > Preferences > Get Extensions, searching for its name, then installing and enabling the add-on. For manual installation, download the latest package from the Releases page, open Edit > Preferences > Add-ons, click Install from Disk, select the downloaded .zip file, and enable the add-on. You can also drag and drop the package into Blender. After enabling, add .blend projects to the dock and use the tab bar to switch between them.

Can Multi Files Bookmark save files back to their original path?

Multi Files Bookmark added a shortcut to save to the original path. Previously, to keep the latest state on each switch, files were temporarily stored in a cache directory, so saving only updated the cache rather than the original files. A new shortcut key now saves to the original path, and you can change the keymap to Ctrl+S to save directly to the original directory if you prefer. The developer noted keeping the default separate to avoid corrupting the official operating behavior.

Is Multi Files Bookmark free to use?

Multi Files Bookmark is listed as free in this catalog and is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. It requires no special permissions. For current licensing terms, source code, and issue reporting, refer to the developer's GitHub page, where the add-on is published along with its version history and release packages. The extension is authored by 61+, who welcomes feedback, issue reports, and suggestions through the linked channels.

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