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Machete Toolkit for Blender
A comprehensive mesh editing toolkit that enhances Blender's workflow with smart geometry tools, interactive placement systems, and streamlined selection management.
🚀 Key Features
Smart Geometry Tools
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Edge Flow Correction - Automatically adjusts selected edges to flow naturally with surrounding geometry
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Circularize - Transforms selected vertices into perfect circles while preserving 3D orientation
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Edge to Curve Converter - Interactive tool that converts selected edges to curves with real-time bevel control
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Straighten Edge Loops - Two modes: J-method for topology changes or axis-based for position adjustments
Intelligent Placement System
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AutoFit Lattice - Creates minimum-volume lattices perfectly aligned to your selection's longest dimensions
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Grab & Place Tool - Interactive object placement with automatic ground offset and face snapping
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Face Align - Visual alignment tool for precisely matching face orientations between objects
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Align Pivot - Smart cursor positioning based on selected geometry with automatic transform orientation
Selection Management
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Selection Saver - Store and recall up to 20 different selections (configurable) across edit and object modes
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Quick Slots - One-click save/restore with visual indicators for filled slots
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Cross-Mode Support - Seamlessly handles vertex, edge, face, and object selections
Workflow Enhancers
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Modifier Copy/Paste - Selective modifier copying with dialog-based selection
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X-Ray Toggle - Instant transparent material swapping for selection visibility
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Customizable Pie Menu - Quick access to all tools with configurable hotkeys (default: Shift+E)
💡 Smart Design Philosophy
Machete Toolkit focuses on solving real workflow pain points with intelligent automation:
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Context-Aware: Tools adapt behavior based on your current selection and mode
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Visual Feedback: Interactive tools provide real-time visual guides and previews
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Non-Destructive: Most operations can be easily undone or modified
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Workflow Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Blender's existing tools and shortcuts
🎯 Perfect For
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Hard Surface Modeling - Edge flow correction and precise alignment tools
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Organic Modeling - Circularization and smooth geometry adjustments
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Asset Placement - Interactive positioning with automatic ground alignment
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Complex Selections - Managing intricate selection patterns across modeling sessions
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Retopology Work - Edge loop management and flow optimization
📍 Access Methods
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Pie Menu: Shift+E (customizable) for instant access to all tools
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Sidebar Panels: Organized panels in the 3D Viewport's N-panel
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Tool Integration: Grab & Place available as a workspace tool
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Direct Operators: All functions accessible via search (F3)
Transform your Blender modeling workflow with tools that think ahead and adapt to your needs.