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Quick Axis Pro

by Sidigon·Workflow

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Why we like it

Quick Axis Pro earns its place for collapsing Blender's two-step G/R/S → X/Y/Z transform sequence into a single axis keypress, with fully remappable bindings and a header toggle that restores default behavior when off.

What is Quick Axis Pro?

Quick Axis Pro places four buttons in the Blender 3D Viewport header: On/Off, Move, Rotate, and Scale. Instead of chaining the traditional G/R/S then X/Y/Z sequence, you pre-select a transform mode and apply it along an axis with one keypress. Only one of the three transform buttons can be active at a time, and at least one must stay selected while the extension is on.

While the On/Off button is active, G, R, and S activate the Move, Rotate, and Scale buttons. X, Y, or Z immediately applies the active transform constrained to that global axis, while Shift+X, Shift+Y, or Shift+Z constrains to the other two axes, following Blender's own convention. The axis keys stay active whenever the extension is on, and Shift+T toggles the On/Off state. Turning it off fully restores Blender's default behavior.

From Edit → Preferences → Add-ons, you can toggle the G, R, S, and Shift+T shortcuts, remap the On/Off, Move, Rotate, and Scale bindings to any key with Shift, Ctrl, or Alt modifiers, and reset all Main Control shortcuts to their defaults. It works with Blender 4.2 to 5.1 and is released under the GPL license.

Who is Quick Axis Pro best for?

Quick Axis Pro is best for blender users who want axis-constrained transforms without chaining the G/R/S then X/Y/Z key sequence.

How much does Quick Axis Pro cost?

Quick Axis Pro is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Four buttons in the 3D Viewport header — On/Off, Move, Rotate, and Scale — with only one transform mode active at a time
  • X, Y, or Z applies the active transform constrained to that global axis; Shift+X/Y/Z constrains to the other two axes
  • G, R, and S activate the Move, Rotate, and Scale modes while the extension is on
  • On/Off toggle (Shift+T) restores the last active transform mode when on and Blender's defaults when off
  • Customizable key bindings — remap On/Off, Move, Rotate, and Scale to any key with Shift, Ctrl, or Alt modifiers
  • Main Control shortcuts (G, R, S, Shift+T) can be disabled in preferences, with a Reset to Defaults option

Tags

#transform#axis constraint#viewport header#keyboard shortcuts#modeling#workflow#Blender add-on

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does Quick Axis Pro support?

Quick Axis Pro is compatible with Blender versions 4.2 through 5.1 and is published as an add-on type extension. It is released under the GPL license. The extension works by adding four buttons to the 3D Viewport header and mapping keyboard shortcuts for applying transforms along a chosen axis. For the most current compatibility details, check the developer's page before installing on a specific build.

How do I toggle Quick Axis Pro on and off?

Quick Axis Pro can be switched on or off using the On/Off button in the 3D Viewport header or by pressing Shift+T. When turned on, it restores the last active transform mode and enables all of its shortcuts. When turned off, Blender's default behavior is fully restored, so the G, R, S, and axis keys work as they normally would. The Shift+T binding itself can be remapped from the add-on preferences if you prefer a different key.

Can I remap the shortcuts in Quick Axis Pro?

Quick Axis Pro lets you remap its key bindings from Edit → Preferences → Add-ons. The On/Off Toggle, Move, Rotate, and Scale shortcuts can each be reassigned to any key with optional Shift, Ctrl, and Alt modifiers. You can also disable the Main Control shortcuts (G, R, S, and Shift+T) entirely, in which case those keys revert to their Blender defaults while the axis keys remain active. A Reset to Defaults option restores the original Shift+T, G, R, and S bindings.

Is Quick Axis Pro free to use?

Quick Axis Pro is listed as free in this catalog. It is distributed under the GPL license and published as a Blender add-on extension. Licensing terms and any pricing can change over time, so check the developer's page for the current details before you download. Once installed, it appears in the 3D Viewport header and can be managed from Edit → Preferences → Add-ons like any other Blender extension.

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