Version 1.1.1 - Minor Update

This is a small maintenance update designed to smooth out the initial setup process.

🚀 What's Fixed

• No More Freezing: The setup process now runs in the background, keeping Blender responsive while downloading data.

• Better Connections: Connection reliability is improved to prevent timeout errors on slower internet.

• Smoother Feedback: The download progress bar now updates in real-time and displays clear status steps so you know exactly what is happening during first-time setup.

Version 1.1 - Workflow and Storage Update

This update introduces powerful new placement tools and robust data management to keep your assets safe and accessible.

🚀 What's New in Version 1.1.0

✨ Workflow Enhancements

Interactive Surface Snap: A new placement mode that actively detects surfaces under your cursor. Instead of manually aligning objects, simply drag them into the scene to snap to walls, floors, or tables automatically.

• Smart Controls: Hold Shift + Scroll to rotate while placing, or press A to cycle through alignment axes (X/Y/Z) for perfect orientation.

💾 Data Management & Persistence

Complete Cache Relocation: You can now define a Custom Cache Path on any drive (e.g., a secondary SSD). The addon handles the migration of your entire library—models, thumbnails, and database—freeing up system disk space.

Portable Favorites: Your favorites collection is now safer and more flexible. Easily export/import your list to a JSON file for backup.

🛠️ General Improvements

Import Progress Indicators: Added a native Blender progress bar during model import, providing clear visual feedback on download and import status so you aren't left guessing.

Network & Stability: Improved network resilience with automatic retry logic for unstable connections, plus smarter caching for search filters to improve UI responsiveness.

Version 1.0.4 - Stability and Performance Update

This update focuses on core stability and performance, ensuring ABO Connect integrates reliably with your Blender workflow.

What's New in Version 1.0.4

⚙️ Core Stability & Performance

• INSTANT Undo/Redo: Undo (Ctrl+Z) and Redo operations now execute instantly with negligible performance overhead. This major fix involved a complete architecture refactor to isolate the addon's data from Blender's undo system.

• 🔒 Persistent State: All addon settings - including filters, search results, and UI preferences - now maintain their state, persisting reliably through undo/redo actions and Blender sessions.

🔎 Workflow Enhancements

• Enhanced Search: The search function has been upgraded for greater precision. Assets can now be located using their title, model ID, or specific cached thumbnail filenames.

• ✅ Blender 5.0 Compatibility: Verified compatibility and support for the latest Blender version.

Initial Release