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Quicklapse Recorder

by KING ZEN STUDIOS·Workflow

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Why we like it

Stands out in the superhive library because it keeps timelapse capture inside Blender, taking screenshots at set intervals through a sidebar panel rather than relying on a separate screen recorder.

What is Quicklapse Recorder?

Quicklapse Recorder is a Blender add-on from KING ZEN STUDIOS that captures timelapses of 3D scenes. It automatically takes screenshots at regular intervals, so you can create timelapse sequences whether you're building animations or documenting your design process. Because it integrates directly into Blender, it removes the need to run separate screen recording software.

You control the capture from a panel in the 3D View sidebar. Set a file path, choose JPEG or PNG output, and add a custom prefix to keep filenames organized. Additional settings let you adjust the action steps that trigger a screenshot and the minimum time between captures. A pivot object option can rotate a chosen object with each screenshot to add movement and variation to the sequence.

Recording begins when you click Record and stops when you click Done, with images saved to the specified folder using your naming convention. The add-on comes from the developer behind Maharlika Mobile, and a Pro version with additional features is noted as coming soon.

Who is Quicklapse Recorder best for?

Quicklapse Recorder is best for animators, designers, and artists who want to capture timelapses of their Blender 3D scenes without external screen recording software.

How much does Quicklapse Recorder cost?

Quicklapse Recorder is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Automatic screenshot capture at regular intervals for timelapse sequences
  • Custom prefixes for screenshot filenames
  • Pivot object rotation with each screenshot, controlled by a pivot increment setting
  • Adjustable action steps and minimum time between screenshots
  • JPEG or PNG output
  • Control panel in Blender's 3D View sidebar with Record and Done buttons

Tags

#timelapse#screenshot capture#recording#Blender add-on#workflow#image sequence#animation

Frequently asked questions

How do I install Quicklapse Recorder in Blender?

Quicklapse Recorder installs like a standard Blender add-on. Download the .zip file from Blender Market, then open Blender and go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons. Click Install, select the downloaded .zip, and enable the add-on by checking the box next to it in the list. Once enabled, open the View3D workspace, press N to open the sidebar, and switch to the Quicklapse tab to find the panel. From there you can set the file path, file type, and custom prefix before you start recording your first sequence.

What image formats does Quicklapse Recorder save screenshots in?

Quicklapse Recorder saves screenshots as either JPEG or PNG, chosen in the panel's file type setting. You also set a file path for where the images are stored and a custom prefix that is added to each filename, which keeps the resulting sequence organized. Recording starts when you click Record and stops when you click Done, with each screenshot written to the specified folder using your naming convention. How often captures happen is governed by the steps setting and the minimum time between screenshots.

Is Quicklapse Recorder free?

Quicklapse Recorder is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing terms can change, so check the developer's page on Blender Market for the current details before you download. The add-on comes from KING ZEN STUDIOS, the developer behind Maharlika Mobile, and a Pro version with additional features is noted as coming soon. If you need capabilities beyond the current release, it may be worth watching for that Pro version alongside the free edition described here.

How does the pivot object option in Quicklapse Recorder work?

Quicklapse Recorder can rotate a pivot object with each screenshot to add movement and variation to a timelapse. Enable the Use Pivot Object setting in the panel, then set the Pivot Increment to control how much rotation is applied per screenshot. Combined with the steps setting, which defines how often a screenshot is taken relative to actions in the scene, and the minimum time between screenshots, this gives you control over both the motion and the pacing of the final sequence.

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