Camera Switcher by Frame — Documentation

Overview

This addon allows you to easily switch the active camera in your Blender scene on a per-frame basis by keyframing camera selection. It’s perfect for animators and artists working with multiple cameras who want precise control over camera cuts and transitions directly within Blender’s timeline.

Installation

1. Download the addon .zip file.

2. In Blender, go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons.

3. Click Install..., select the downloaded .zip file.

4. Enable the addon by checking the box next to Camera Switcher by Frame.

5. The addon will appear in the 3D Viewport Sidebar > View tab > Camera Switcher panel.

How to Use

1. Select a Camera:
   Use the dropdown menu labeled Camera to pick which camera you want to switch to.

2. Set Camera Keyframe:
   Move to the desired frame in the timeline, then click the Set Camera Keyframe button. This creates a keyframe that switches the active camera at that frame.

3. View and Manage Keyframes:
   Below the button, you will see a list of all camera switch keyframes. You can edit the frame or camera assigned to each keyframe or delete keyframes using the "X" button.

4. Playback:
   As you scrub through the timeline or play your animation, the addon automatically changes the active camera to match the closest preceding keyframe.

Features

• Simple camera selection via dropdown.

• Add or remove camera switch keyframes easily.

• Automatic camera switching synced with timeline playback.

• Sorted keyframe list for easy management.

• Lightweight and integrated seamlessly into Blender’s UI.