Shake Cut Documentation

Instead of manually selecting and deleting node links, simply shake a selected node to detach or dissolve its connections.

You can also press the E shortcut to disconnect the selected node immediately without using the shake gesture.

1. Download the Shake Cut add-on file.
2. Open Blender.
3. Go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons.
4. Click Install From Disk.
5. Select the Shake Cut .zip file.
6. Enable Shake Cut from the Add-ons list.

Keep the downloaded add-on as a .zip file when installing it. You do not need to extract it manually.

Shake to Disconnect

1. Open a supported Blender Node Editor.
2. Select a node that has connected links.
3. Move the node quickly left and right or shake it in different directions.
4. Shake Cut detects the movement and disconnects the node automatically.

Disconnect with the E Shortcut

1. Select the connected node or node group.
2. Move your mouse over the Node Editor.
3. Press E.
4. The external node connections are disconnected immediately.

Shake Cut Node Workflow

Tip for Better Shake Detection

For the best result, shake the selected node quickly in a circular motion.

A fast circular shake is detected more reliably than a slow, straight movement. The movement does not need to be large—speed and direction changes are more important.

Shake Is Not Detected

• Make sure the node is selected and active.
• Move the node quickly instead of slowly dragging it.
• Try a fast circular or alternating movement.
• Make sure your cursor is inside the Node Editor.

E Shortcut Does Not Work

• Make sure at least one connected node is selected.
• Place the mouse cursor over the Node Editor before pressing E.
• Check that another add-on or custom keymap is not already using the same shortcut.

Future Updates

Shake Cut will continue to receive workflow improvements, stability enhancements, and additional customization options in future versions.