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Project Auto Cleaner

by Valentin·Workflow

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Why we like it

A focused single-purpose add-on: one button clears the data Blender leaves behind and reports what it removed.

What is Project Auto Cleaner?

Project Auto Cleaner is a Blender add-on built to declutter .blend files. From a single button in the Scene Properties, it scans the project and removes unused data that Blender otherwise keeps around, including objects no longer in any scene, orphaned materials, meshes and textures, forgotten images, and unlinked actions.

After a clean, the add-on presents a summary popup of what was removed, so you can see the results at a glance. Removing unused data helps save disk space and load files faster, and keeps projects organized while working across complex scenes.

Distributed as a Blender extension under the GPL license, Project Auto Cleaner is compatible with Blender 4.3 and 4.4. It comes from developer Valentin, who is a Blender Development Fund contributor, and documentation is included with the add-on.

Who is Project Auto Cleaner best for?

Project Auto Cleaner is best for blender users managing complex projects who want to remove unused data and reduce .blend file size.

How much does Project Auto Cleaner cost?

Project Auto Cleaner is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • One-click cleaning from a button in the Scene Properties
  • Removes unused objects no longer in any scene
  • Clears orphaned materials, meshes, and textures
  • Removes forgotten images and unlinked actions
  • Summary popup showing what was cleaned
  • Documentation included

Tags

#Blender#file cleaner#project cleaner#file organization#add-on#workflow#optimization

Frequently asked questions

Does Project Auto Cleaner work with Blender 4.3 and 4.4?

Project Auto Cleaner is listed as compatible with Blender 4.3 and 4.4. It is distributed as a Blender extension and is marked Blender Extension Compatible, which means it can be installed through Blender's extension system. If you run one of these supported versions, the add-on integrates with the Scene Properties where its cleaning button lives. For other Blender releases, check the developer's page for current compatibility details before installing.

How do I run a cleanup with Project Auto Cleaner?

Project Auto Cleaner runs from a single button located in the Scene Properties. Pressing it scans your project and removes unused data such as objects no longer in any scene, orphaned materials, meshes and textures, forgotten images, and unlinked actions. Once the scan finishes, the add-on shows a summary popup listing what was cleaned, so you can review exactly which data was removed from the file.

What does Project Auto Cleaner remove from a .blend file?

Project Auto Cleaner targets data that Blender keeps around even when it is no longer needed. It removes unused objects that are no longer in any scene, orphaned materials, meshes, and textures, plus forgotten images and unlinked actions. Clearing this data helps reduce file size and can speed up loading. The summary popup after each run confirms what was removed, giving you a clear record of the cleanup.

Is Project Auto Cleaner free, and what license does it use?

Project Auto Cleaner is listed as free in this catalog and is distributed under the GPL license. It ships as a Blender add-on extension from developer Valentin, who is a Blender Development Fund contributor, and documentation is included. For current licensing terms and any pricing set by the developer, check the developer's page directly before downloading.

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