Open In – Seamlessly Switch Between Blender Versions

Effortlessly open your Blender projects in any installed version with just one click. Whether you're a developer testing compatibility or an artist needing specific features, this add-on streamlines your workflow.

Key Features

• Quick Access to Installed Versions: Automatically detects all installed Blender versions (Windows only, experimental for macOS & Linux).
• One-Click Open: Instantly open your current file in a different Blender version.
• Unsaved Work? No Problem! If your project isn’t saved, the add-on temporarily saves it before switching versions.
• Non-Destructive Workflow: The add-on does not modify your original file, ensuring a smooth and safe transition.
• Add Custom Blender Versions: Manually add specific Blender versions that are not automatically detected, giving you full control over your setup.

How It Works

• Go to File > Open In
• Select the desired Blender version from the list
• Blender will instantly open your project in the selected version 🎉
• To add a custom version, use the preferences to specify the Blender executable path.

Why Choose Open In?

• Saves Time: Quickly switch between Blender versions without reopening files or manually managing different installations
• Perfect for Developers & Artists: Test add-ons, scripts, or assets in multiple Blender versions with ease.
• Custom Blender Version Support: Seamlessly add and manage additional Blender versions beyond the detected ones.

Experimental OS Support

• Currently tested on Windows.
• Linux & macOS support is experimental and needs user testing.

Changelog

• Preferences Backup & Restore: Added functionality to back up and restore addon preferences.
• Automatic Detection of Portable Blender Versions: Users can now specify a directory in Preferences where their portable Blender installations are located. The addon will automatically detect and list all Blender versions in the selected folder.
• Popup Confirmation for Opening Newer Blender Files in Older Versions: A confirmation popup now appears when attempting to open a Blender file created in a newer version using an older Blender version, preventing accidental file corruption.