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SCO EdgeWise

by BEAST_of_BURDEN·Modeling

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Why we like it

Earns its place in the blender_extensions library for keeping measurement inside Edit Mode, with version 2.0.6 addressing precision on very small edges that previously rounded to 0.00 m.

What is SCO EdgeWise?

SCO EdgeWise adds dimensional measurement to Blender's Edit Mode for mesh objects. Developed by BEAST_of_BURDEN, it lives in the Item Tab and works directly in the 3D View, using the active unit system, whether Metric or Imperial.

The add-on measures distances between two vertices, lengths of individual edges or contiguous edge groups, and angles between two selected edges. It also calculates distances offset from the 3D Cursor to a single vertex along the X, Y, or Z axis. Results appear in a UI panel, and the tool adapts to the active scene scale, unit system (m, cm, mm, ft, in), and scaled objects.

Version 2.0.6 dynamically increases decimal precision for very small measurements, so tiny edges no longer display as 0.00 m, and reports small metric lengths such as 0.0027 m rather than rounding them. It also improves compatibility with Blender 5.1 by removing the restrictive maximum version from the extension manifest and packages the extension with Blender's official extension builder format. Listed on blender_extensions under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later.

Who is SCO EdgeWise best for?

SCO EdgeWise is best for modeling tasks in Edit Mode that need accurate dimensional feedback on distances, edge lengths, and angles.

How much does SCO EdgeWise cost?

SCO EdgeWise is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Measures distances between two vertices, plus lengths of individual edges or contiguous edge groups
  • Measures angles between two selected edges
  • Calculates distances offset from the 3D Cursor to a single vertex along the X, Y, or Z axis
  • Automatically adapts to the active measurement system (Metric or Imperial), scene scale, unit system (m, cm, mm, ft, in), and scaled objects
  • Displays results in a UI panel in the Item Tab, in Edit Mode for mesh objects
  • Version 2.0.6 increases decimal precision for very small measurements, so tiny edges no longer display as 0.00 m

Tags

#Blender#Edit Mode#Measurement#Modeling#Mesh#Add-on#Dimensions

Frequently asked questions

How do I install SCO EdgeWise in Blender?

SCO EdgeWise installs by dragging and dropping the extension into Blender, or by downloading it and installing from disk. Version 2.0.6 packages the extension with Blender's official extension builder format, placing blender_manifest.toml correctly for installation. Once installed, the tool appears in the Item Tab while you are in Edit Mode, where it works on mesh objects in the 3D View. The add-on does not require any special permissions.

Does SCO EdgeWise work with Blender 4.2 and newer?

SCO EdgeWise is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer. Version 2.0.6 also improves compatibility with Blender 5.1 by removing the restrictive maximum Blender version from the extension manifest, so the add-on is no longer capped to an older release. It requires no special permissions to install or run. For current status and any installation discussion, the developer's page on GitHub hosts the support and discussions area.

Does SCO EdgeWise support both Metric and Imperial units?

SCO EdgeWise automatically adapts to the active scene measurement system, whether Metric or Imperial. It follows the scene scale and unit system, including m, cm, mm, ft, and in, and adjusts for scaled objects. Measurements of vertex distances, edge lengths, contiguous edge groups, angles, and 3D Cursor offsets all display in the same UI panel using whichever unit setup your scene is configured with.

Does SCO EdgeWise measure very small edges accurately?

SCO EdgeWise version 2.0.6 dynamically increases decimal precision for very small measurements, so tiny edges no longer display as 0.00 m. It reports small metric lengths such as 0.0027 m instead of rounding them to misleading values like 0.01 m, and improves unit handling for Blender's adaptive and smaller length-unit settings across edge, vertex, and 3D cursor distance measurements, giving reliable readings on tiny geometry.

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