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Object Version Control

by 5 Minutes Blender·Workflow

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Why we like it

Object Version Control earns its place in the Blender library by targeting a gap Blender's built-in backups leave open: history for individual objects rather than the whole file. It's backed by a 30 days money-back guarantee, and a video tutorial covers the functions and options.

What is Object Version Control?

Blender ships with a file-level versioning system that keeps backup versions of the entire blend file. Object Version Control, from 5 Minutes Blender, adds an object-level versioning system instead, keeping a version history for each object in your scene. You can view an old version of an object without changing anything else in your file, and everything stays within the same blend file — no need to open another file or import from a backup.

When enabled, the add-on creates a version of your objects whenever the blend file is saved. It adds a Versions tab to the N-panel; select an object first, then move through its history with the Prev and Next buttons, jump to the Oldest or Latest version, or enter a version number and press Get This Version. A settings panel, also reachable from the menu, holds the configurable options.

Settings include the maximum number of versions to keep per object, Save Draft Versions, limits to the active scene, object, or collection, debug info in the console, and a Data Recursion Level that controls how deeply the add-on checks for changes. A video tutorial is available.

Who is Object Version Control best for?

Object Version Control is best for blender users who want a version history for individual objects kept within the same blend file, rather than relying only on file-level backups.

How much does Object Version Control cost?

Object Version Control is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Object-level version history maintained for each object in the scene
  • A version created whenever the blend file is saved, if an object has changed
  • Versions tab added to the N-panel for navigating an object's history
  • Prev/Next navigation, jump to Oldest or Latest, and jump to a specific version with Get This Version
  • Configurable maximum number of versions kept per object, plus optional Save Draft Versions
  • Versioning limited to the active scene, active object, or active collection
  • Data Recursion Level setting controlling how deeply the add-on inspects objects for changes

Tags

#Blender#version control#versioning#object management#add-on#workflow#N-panel#backup

Frequently asked questions

How do I view an object's versions in Object Version Control?

Object Version Control adds a new tab in Blender's N-panel. Press the N key while your mouse is in the viewport, then switch to the Versions tab. You first need to select an object to see its versions. From there you can move through the history with the Prev and Next buttons, jump straight to the Oldest or Latest version, or enter a version number directly and press Get This Version to go to that one.

When does Object Version Control create a new version?

Object Version Control creates a version of your objects whenever the blend file is saved, provided an object has actually changed. The Data Recursion Level setting controls how deeply the add-on inspects an object's nested data to detect those changes; the default value of 2 balances correctness and performance. If versions aren't created correctly at times, you can raise this number, though a higher value may cause a temporary lag while saving.

Can I limit which objects Object Version Control tracks?

Object Version Control includes options to limit versioning to the active scene, the active object, or the active collection. You can also set the maximum number of versions kept for each object, and toggle Save Draft Versions to capture unsaved changes when you navigate back to a previous version. The Enable Version Control checkbox turns the feature on or off for a particular blend file, and existing versions remain in place when it's disabled.

Is Object Version Control free to use?

Object Version Control is listed as free in this catalog. For current licensing details, head to the developer's page from 5 Minutes Blender. The add-on also comes with a 30 days money-back guarantee: if it doesn't work as described, you can reach out with the details for help, and if the issue can't be resolved to your satisfaction, a full refund is offered.

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