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Simian_Addon

by Animation Store·Workflow

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Why we like it

An updated take on the earlier M-Suzanne_Addon, distributed under the GPL license and supporting Blender 4.1 and 4.0.

What is Simian_Addon?

Simian_Addon is a Blender add-on developed by Animation Store, built as an updated version of the earlier M-Suzanne_Addon. It carries over that foundation with editing and additional features, gathering several categories of tools into a single package for Blender users.

The add-on includes rig tools, scattering tools, snap tools, and timeline tools. According to the developer, these are aimed at making work faster and easier inside Blender. Documentation is included, and the developer references tutorials covering the main workflow, bone simulation, and sharp curves.

Simian_Addon supports Blender 4.1 and 4.0 and is distributed under the GPL license. Animation Store is noted as a Blender Dev Fund contributor, and a demo video is available for anyone who wants to see more before installing. It has been published for over two years and appears in the superhive library.

Who is Simian_Addon best for?

Simian_Addon is best for blender artists who want rigging, scattering, snapping, and timeline tools gathered into one add-on.

How much does Simian_Addon cost?

Simian_Addon is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Rig tools
  • Scattering tools
  • Snap tools
  • Timeline tools
  • Included documentation

Tags

#Blender#rigging#scatter#snap tools#timeline#add-on#animation

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does Simian_Addon support?

Simian_Addon lists compatibility with Blender 4.1 and 4.0. If you run one of those releases, the add-on is built to work with your setup. Support for later Blender versions isn't stated, so if you're on a newer build it's worth checking the developer's page from Animation Store before installing. The add-on has been published for over two years, and its listed compatibility covers those two Blender releases.

What license is Simian_Addon released under?

Simian_Addon is released under the GPL license. For specific questions about redistribution or how the license applies to your own projects, the developer's page from Animation Store is the best place to confirm the details. Animation Store is also noted as a Blender Dev Fund contributor. The add-on is an updated version of the earlier M-Suzanne_Addon and supports Blender 4.1 and 4.0.

Is Simian_Addon free to download?

Simian_Addon is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing and availability can change over time, so for current terms it's best to check the developer's page from Animation Store directly. The add-on is distributed under the GPL license, and Animation Store is noted as a Blender Dev Fund contributor. For the most up-to-date information on how to obtain it, the developer's page is the place to look.

How is Simian_Addon different from M-Suzanne_Addon?

Simian_Addon is an updated version of M-Suzanne_Addon, adding editing and further features over the original. It bundles rig tools, scattering tools, snap tools, and timeline tools together in a single add-on. If you used the earlier M-Suzanne_Addon, this release builds on that foundation. Documentation is included, and tutorials covering the main workflow, bone simulation, and sharp curves are referenced by the developer for getting started.

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