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RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes

by RobWu·Workflow

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Why we like it

A compact single-purpose add-on that adds one alphabetical sort command for view layers in Blender's Outliner, with no special permissions required.

What is RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes is an add-on by RobWu for Blender. It provides a way to sort view layers alphabetically, from A-Z and/or 0-9, helping keep things a bit more organized.

The sort option is accessed from the Outliner: under Scenes > View Layers, a right-click brings up the Sort View Layers Alphabetically command. The extension is intentionally small in scope and focuses on this single organizational task.

It is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, and requires no special permissions. The extension is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. It can be added by dragging and dropping the file into Blender, or by downloading and installing from disk. This card reflects version 0.0.2, published in November 2025.

Who is RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes best for?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes is best for blender users who want to keep their view layers organized alphabetically in the Outliner.

How much does RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes cost?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Sorts view layers alphabetically from A-Z and/or 0-9
  • Accessed via right-click in the Outliner under Scenes > View Layers
  • Small, focused extension for organizing view layers
  • Requires no special permissions
  • Compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer
  • Released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later

Tags

#Blender#Outliner#View Layers#Organization#Add-on#Workflow#Scenes

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes support?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer. If you are running an earlier release than 4.2, the extension is not listed as supported, so upgrading Blender would be needed. The current card reflects version 0.0.2, published in November 2025, so checking the developer's page for the latest listed version before installing is a good idea if you want to confirm compatibility with your specific Blender build.

How do I install RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes can be added in two ways. You can drag and drop the extension file directly into Blender, or you can download the file and use Blender's Install from Disk option in the extensions preferences. The download is small, at 2.8 KB. Once installed, the sort command becomes available from the Outliner by right-clicking under Scenes > View Layers.

Does RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes require any special permissions?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes does not require special permissions, according to the developer. This keeps the extension simple to add to your Blender setup. It is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. Its function is focused on sorting view layers alphabetically from within the Outliner, and it carries a very small file size of 2.8 KB.

Is RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes free?

RMB Sort View Layers Alphabetically in Outliner-Scenes is listed as free in this catalog and is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later. For current licensing details and the latest version, it is best to check the developer's page directly. The extension is available as a small download of 2.8 KB and can be added to Blender by drag and drop or by installing from disk.

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