Easy-Print Documentation

GETTING STARTED

Install the add-on from Blender Market, then enable it under Edit → Preferences → Add-ons. The Easy-Print panel appears in the 3D Viewport sidebar (press N → Easy-Print tab).

CUTTING A MODEL

1. Select your mesh object in Object Mode

2. Click "Cut Model" in the Easy-Print panel

3. Draw a line across the model surface (click and drag)

4. Release to preview the cut plane, then click to confirm

The view automatically switches to orthographic mode during drawing for precise alignment.

GENERATING CONNECTORS

1. Select BOTH resulting halves

2. Choose a connector type: Tab & Slot, Peg & Hole, or Dovetail

3. Click "Generate Connectors"

Connectors are auto-sized to the cut surface with clearance for print tolerance.

ADJUSTING CONNECTORS

After generation, the add-on enters adjustment mode:

• Scroll — change connector depth/height

• Shift + Scroll — change connector width/size

• Left Click — confirm and keep the result

• Right Click / Esc — cancel

CONNECTOR TYPES

• Tab & Slot — rectangular box connectors, strongest hold for general use

• Peg & Hole — cylindrical snap-fit pins for alignment-critical assemblies

• Dovetail — trapezoidal sliding rail, no fasteners needed

PARAMETERS

• Size — connector width/diameter (0 = auto)

• Height — protrusion/depth (0 = auto)

• Clearance — print tolerance gap (default 2%)

• Count — number of connectors per face (-1 = auto)

REQUIREMENTS

• Blender 4.2 or newer (up to 5.2 tested)

• No external dependencies

SUPPORT

Report issues: https://github.com/fzhe5124-cmyk/easy-print/issues

License: GNU GPL v3.0