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Qol Tools: Frameflipper

by QOL Tools·Workflow

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Why we like it

Frameflipper earns its place in the Superhive library as a focused quality-of-life add-on: it handles one animation-staging task, comparing two frames without keyframes, and covers Blender versions from 3.2 through 4.2.

What is Qol Tools: Frameflipper?

Qol Tools: Frameflipper adds a control to the Blender timeline bar for flipping between any two frames you set. It works without affecting the animation and without needing keyframes. While staging animation, being able to flip between arbitrary frames and see the differences instantly, rather than scrubbing, is often useful, and that is the task this add-on handles.

Setting up a flip is straightforward. Scrub to any point on the timeline and click the A or B button to set your target frames, or type the A and B frame numbers directly. Hitting the FLIP button then flips between the two. Hotkeys are assigned by right-clicking a button and choosing Assign Hotkey.

Frameflipper is available in Blender 4.2 extension format and supports Blender versions from 3.2 through 4.2. It is released under the GPL license, ships with documentation, and is also included in the QOL Tools: Full Collection package. A demo video is available.

Who is Qol Tools: Frameflipper best for?

Qol Tools: Frameflipper is best for blender animators who want to flip between two arbitrary frames and compare them instantly while staging animation.

How much does Qol Tools: Frameflipper cost?

Qol Tools: Frameflipper is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Adds a control to the Blender timeline bar
  • Flips between any two frames without affecting the animation or needing keyframes
  • Set A and B target frames by scrubbing and clicking the A or B buttons
  • Enter A and B target frame numbers directly
  • FLIP button toggles between the two set frames
  • Assign hotkeys by right-clicking a button and choosing Assign Hotkey
  • Available in Blender 4.2 extension format and ships with documentation

Tags

#animation#frame flip#timeline#keyframes#workflow#Blender add-on#QOL Tools#staging

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does Qol Tools: Frameflipper support?

Qol Tools: Frameflipper supports Blender versions 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.0, 4.1 and 4.2. It is also available in Blender 4.2 extension format and is listed as Blender Extension compatible. That range covers several Blender releases, so most current and recent installs are handled. If you run a version outside that list, check the developer's page to confirm compatibility before installing the add-on.

How do you set a hotkey for Frameflipper?

Frameflipper lets you assign a hotkey by right-clicking on the button and choosing Assign Hotkey, so you do not have to search for the command inside Blender's hotkey editor. The same buttons drive the workflow: you set your A and B target frames, then use the FLIP button, or your assigned hotkey, to flip between the two frames you picked on the timeline.

Does Frameflipper need keyframes to flip between frames?

Frameflipper does not need keyframes and does not affect the animation. You flip between any two frames you set: scrub to a point on the timeline and click the A or B button, or type the A and B frame numbers directly, then press FLIP. This makes it possible to compare two arbitrary frames while staging animation without touching existing keyframes or scrubbing back and forth to spot the differences.

Is Qol Tools: Frameflipper free, and what license does it use?

Qol Tools: Frameflipper is listed as free here and is released under the GPL license. It is also offered as part of the discounted QOL Tools: Full Collection package alongside other quality-of-life add-ons. Licensing and any bundle details can change, so check the developer's page for the current terms before you download. Documentation is included with the add-on to help you get started.

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