Free
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BlenderAe2
by Salt Media
BlenderAe2 by Salt Media transfers 3D data and objects between Blender and After Effects in both directions, covering vertices, 3D layer transforms, camera data and layer synchronization.
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Top 3D View X Axes Forward
by K3D·Workflow
Images © K3D. Used for product review; image policy.
Why we like it
A staple of the small utility category on Superhive, this addon earns its place by solving one specific viewport orientation need without extra overhead.
What is Top 3D View X Axes Forward?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward is a Blender addon from K3D that changes the direction of the top view so the X axis points forward. By default, Blender's top view orients around the Y-axis; this addon lets you switch to a top view where the X-axis is forward instead.
The addon is aimed at improving the modelling workflow for objects that are aligned with the X-axis, such as cars or buildings. Once installed, it can be applied using Quick Favorites or a shortcut, making it quick to reach while working in the 3D viewport.
Released under the MIT license, it supports a wide range of Blender releases, from the 2.8 series through the 3.x line. A demo video is available for those who want to see it before adding it to their setup. It is a compact, single-purpose tool rather than a large suite.
Who is Top 3D View X Axes Forward best for?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward is best for blender modellers working on objects aligned with the X-axis, such as cars or buildings.
How much does Top 3D View X Axes Forward cost?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward is completely free to download and use.
Key features
- Changes the direction of the top view to set the X axis forward instead of the default Y-axis
- Improves the modelling workflow for objects aligned with the X-axis, such as cars or buildings
- Easy to apply using Quick Favorites or a shortcut
- Light addon with a single, focused purpose
- Released under the MIT license
Tags
#Blender#viewport#top-view#orthographic#modelling#workflow#K3D
Frequently asked questions
What Blender versions does Top 3D View X Axes Forward support?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward supports a wide range of Blender releases, listed as versions 2.8, 2.81, 2.82, 2.83, 2.9, 2.91, 2.92, 2.93, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5. That coverage spans the 2.8 series through the 3.x line, so users on older and newer builds within that range are accounted for. Always check the developer's page for the most current compatibility details before installing.
How do I apply Top 3D View X Axes Forward in Blender?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward is easy to apply using Quick Favorites or a shortcut. Once the addon is in place, you can switch to a top view where the X-axis points forward rather than the default Y-axis. This keeps the function within reach while you work in the 3D viewport, so you can reorient quickly when modelling objects aligned with the X-axis, such as cars or buildings.
Is Top 3D View X Axes Forward free?
Top 3D View X Axes Forward is listed as free here in our catalog. It is released under the MIT license, according to its listing. Licensing terms and pricing can change over time, so check the developer's page for the current details before you download or use the addon. The MIT license is permissive, but reviewing the official terms directly is always the safest approach.
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