Group Tools for Blender

A workflow addon for managing object groups and batch exporting in Blender.

Key Features

- Smart Grouping System: Create, merge, and split groups with visual feedback

- Visual Group Management:

  - Color-coded bounding boxes for easy group identification

  - Group names displayed in viewport

  - Customizable visual settings

- Quick Selection Tools:

  - Alt-click to select entire groups

  - One-click group empty selection

  - Nested group support

- Advanced Export System:

  - Export by group, object, or as single file

  - Join groups on export option

  - Export preview system

  - Multiple export modes (All, Visible, Selected, Grouped)

- Armature Integration:

  - Parent groups to armatures while preserving group structure

  - Automatic weight calculation option

  - Keep transform options

Perfect for:

- Game developers managing asset exports

- 3D artists organizing complex scenes

- Anyone working with multiple objects that need organization

- Teams needing consistent asset organization

Why Group Tools?

Managing multiple objects in Blender can become chaotic. Group Tools provides a visual, intuitive way to organize your scenes and streamline your export process. Whether you're working on a game, animation, or architectural visualization, Group Tools helps keep your workflow clean and efficient.

Requirements

- Blender 4.0+

Installation

1. Download the .py file

2. In Blender: Edit > Preferences > Add-ons > Install

3. Select the downloaded .py file

4. Enable the addon by checking the box