How to Use X-Ray View Mode in Blender 3D
X-Ray View Mode in Blender allows us to see through objects and select objects or parts of a mesh through solid geometry. Here’s how to use X-Ray mode in Blender.
How to See Poly Count and Vertex Statistics in Blender
We can view polygon, edge and vertex counts for our 3D models or entire scenes in Blender. Here’s how to display statistics in the Blender viewport and status bar.
How to Change Units of Measurement in Blender 3D
This Blender tutorial will show you how to change the units of measurement in Blender and how to have them display in the 3D viewport for precision modeling.
How to Change the Resolution and Aspect Ratio in Blender
How to change the render resolution and aspect ratio in Blender. Also covered are render presets and common resolution dimensions.
How to Use the Spin Tool in Blender
The spin tool in Blender extrudes geometry while spinning it around a pivot point. A great tool for bending things like pipes and tubes. Here’s everything you could want to know about it.
How to Duplicate and Link Objects in Blender
This post will cover different methods of duplicating and copying objects and mesh elements in Blender. We will also cover linking data between objects so one object will update when changes are made to another. I also have related posts about how to separate parts of objects and how to join multiple objects together. Duplicate…
Keyframe Animation in Blender
A complete guide to keyframe animation in Blender 3D. How to add a keyframe, the graph editor and dope sheet, auto-keying and much more.
How to Add Glare, Glow and Bloom in Blender (Eevee & Cycles)
Bloom is the technical name for a glowing effect in imagery. It creates a feathered light glowing around an object. Bloom can be accomplished in Blender. The process for adding Bloom and Glare in Blender differs in Eevee and Cycles. We will start with Eevee, but click here to jump to the Cycles part. For…
Blender 3D Dynamic Sky Add-On (Free)
Dynamic Sky is a free add-on that comes pre-installed in Blender. It just needs to be activated in the user preferences. The add-on allows us to create custom, procedural sky textures for our world – right inside Blender. Skies created with Dynamic Sky aren’t going to be as realistic as an HDRI. I have another…
Blender 3D – Data Blocks, Fake Users & External Files Explained
Understanding data blocks in Blender and…most importantly… Fake Users can be helpful. Also, how to save and purge unused data!