Revolutionizing Blender Workflows: Samuel Francis Launches Free Animation Render Time Estimator
January 30,2025 — Blender artists,rejoice! Samuel Francis,the developer behind the popular Auto-Terrainer, has unveiled a game-changing tool for 3D animators: the Animation Render Time Estimator for Blender. This free add-on simplifies the process of predicting total render times for animations, eliminating the need for manual calculations.
By default, Blender only displays the progress of individual frames during rendering, leaving artists to estimate the total time required for an animation. This can be a tedious and error-prone process. The Animation Render Time Estimator solves this problem by providing a quick and accurate estimate of the total render time, complete with a progress bar.
The tool calculates the estimated time based on the first few frames of an animation, skipping the first frame to ensure accuracy. Users can also customize how frequently enough the estimate is updated, offering flexibility tailored to individual workflows. Along with displaying the data in the Blender UI, the script prints detailed updates to the console, providing artists with comprehensive insights into their rendering progress.
System Requirements and Availability
The animation Render Time estimator is compatible with Blender 4.2 and above. Best of all, it’s fully free. Artists can download the add-on from Gumroad by entering a figure of $0 or opting to make a voluntary donation to support the developer.
| Key Features | Details |
|——————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Compatibility | Blender 4.2+ |
| Functionality | Estimates total render time for animations |
| Customization | Adjustable update frequency for estimates |
| Output | Displays in Blender UI and prints to console |
| cost | Free (optional donation) |
A Tool for Every Blender Artist
This add-on is a must-have for animators looking to streamline their workflows and gain better control over their rendering processes. Whether you’re working on a short animation or a feature-length project, the Animation Render Time Estimator ensures you’re always informed about your progress.
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Download the Animation Render Time Estimator for Blender today and take your animation workflow to the next level!
