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Shape Keys Plus

by Bilek Studio·Workflow

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Why we like it

Shape Keys Plus earns its place as a focused, single-purpose utility: it handles the duplicating and mirroring of shape keys and covers Blender releases from 2.92 through 4.3. Placing those two operations under Shape Key Specials keeps the work inside the standard Blender interface.

What is Shape Keys Plus?

Shape Keys Plus is a Blender add-on created by Lukas Bilek of Bilek Studio for duplicating and mirroring shape keys. In Maya, this type of data is called blendshapes. The tool is aimed at artists working with shape keys, making those tasks easier to handle within Blender.

The add-on's buttons live under Shape Key Specials, inside the Shape Keys attributes. It supports a wide range of Blender releases, from 2.92 and 2.93 through the 3.x line and up to 4.3, and it is released under the GPL. Documentation is included with the tool.

First made available on 6 June 2021, Shape Keys Plus is listed here as free, though you should confirm current licensing on the developer's page. A demo video is available, and the add-on holds a single five-star rating on its source listing with more than 80 sales recorded.

Who is Shape Keys Plus best for?

Shape Keys Plus is best for blender artists working with shape keys who want to duplicate and mirror them.

How much does Shape Keys Plus cost?

Shape Keys Plus is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Duplicates shape keys within Blender
  • Mirrors shape keys, called blendshapes in Maya
  • Buttons located under Shape Key Specials in the Shape Keys attributes
  • Documentation included
  • Compatible with Blender releases from 2.92 through 4.3
  • Released under the GPL

Tags

#shape keys#blendshapes#Blender#duplicate shape keys#mirror shape keys#Bilek Studio#GPL

Frequently asked questions

What Blender versions does Shape Keys Plus support?

Shape Keys Plus lists compatibility across a broad span of Blender releases, including 2.92 and 2.93, the 3.x line from 3.0 through 3.6, and the 4.x line from 4.0 through 4.3. That range spans older legacy builds through recent releases, so it covers a lot of ground for anyone working with shape keys. Because compatibility details can shift with updates, check the developer's page for the current list before you install.

Where do I find Shape Keys Plus in Blender?

Shape Keys Plus places its buttons under Shape Key Specials, within the Shape Keys attributes in Blender. That is where you access the duplicating and mirroring functions the add-on provides. Keeping the controls inside the existing Shape Keys area means they sit alongside the standard shape key options rather than in a separate location. The tool ships with documentation you can consult for more detail.

Is Shape Keys Plus free to use?

Shape Keys Plus is listed as free in this catalog, though licensing can change, so confirm the current terms on the developer's page before you download. The add-on is released under the GPL. It has recorded more than 80 sales and holds a single five-star rating on its source listing. For questions about terms, the developer, Lukas Bilek of Bilek Studio, can be contacted through the store.

What license is Shape Keys Plus released under?

Shape Keys Plus is distributed under the GPL, which stands for GNU General Public License. It was created by Lukas Bilek of Bilek Studio and first made available on 6 June 2021. As an open-source license, the GPL sets terms that differ from those of proprietary add-ons. For the exact conditions that apply to your particular use, review the licensing information on the developer's page.

Is there a demo video for Shape Keys Plus?

Shape Keys Plus has a demo video available on YouTube, linked from its listing, if you want a look at the add-on before installing. Beyond that, the tool ships with documentation. It was authored by Lukas Bilek of Bilek Studio, who can be reached through the store or LinkedIn. The add-on focuses on duplicating and mirroring shape keys, so those are the operations it centers on.

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