CurveSlice Pro: Streamline Your Mesh Editing Workflow

Unlock Advanced Mesh Editing with CurveSlice Pro

CurveSlice Pro is a powerful Blender add-on designed to enhance your mesh editing capabilities. Whether you’re a seasoned 3D artist or a curious beginner, CurveSlice Pro empowers you to create precise cuts, build intricate geometry, and optimize your workflow.

Key Features:

1. Easy Installation:

   • Download the add-on file (usually a .zip) from your purchase source.
   • Install it in Blender via Edit > Preferences > Add-ons.
   • Enable CurveSlice Pro by checking the checkbox next to its name.

2. Access the Add-on:

   • Once installed, find the new panel titled “CurveSlicePro” in the sidebar (shortcut: N).
   • All features are conveniently accessible within Blender’s interface.

3. Curve Projection Modes:

   • CurveBuild Mode:
     • Projects the curve to build mesh geometry.
   • CurveSlice (Cut Mode):
     • Projects the curve to cut a target mesh.

4. Fine-Tune Projection:

   • Adjust settings for precise results:
     • Depth: Control how deep the curve projects.
     • Depth Offset: Set the starting point of the projection.
     • Cut Through: Enable to cut through the target mesh.
     • Flip Effect: Choose which side of the curve is removed.
     • Keep Curve Post Cut: Optionally retain the projected curve mesh.
     • Set Thickness: Add thickness to the projected geometry (optional).
     • Decimate Spline: Optimize the curve before projecting (optional).

5. Experimental Feature: Chain Build:

   • In CurveBuild mode, enable Chain Build for solid formations (experimental).

6. Visualization Tools:

   • Preview how CurveSlice will project your selected curve.
   • Adjust settings and visualize changes before cutting or building.
   • Visualize button aligns projection direction with the camera view.

7. Working Direction Control:

   • Use the Flip Cut/Flip Face Normals tickbox to adjust cut or face normal direction.

8. Custom Curves:

   • Create custom bezier curves for precise cutting/building.
   • Draw and adjust handles as needed.
   • Ready to use as a cutting/building tool in object mode.

Additional Information:

For detailed instructions or inquiries about CurveSlice Pro, feel free to contact the developer at dev@jacobsiler.com.