Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current

Developer: Giambattista Von Nettesheim

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Opens other Blender files in separate instances so the current project stays active.

What Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current does

Open Without launches additional Blender files in their own instances while your current project stays open. You can keep several files active and switch between them instead of closing and reopening.

It integrates into the Blender interface and installs through Edit > Preferences > Add-ons. Supported versions include Blender 4.3, 4.2, 4.1, 4.0, 3.6 and 2.93, among others. It is handy when comparing or copying between projects. Day to day, that covers opens files in separate instances, keep the current project active and integrated into the interface.

Key features

  • Opens files in separate instances
  • Keep the current project active
  • Integrated into the interface
  • Wide Blender version support

FAQ

Is Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current free?

Yes, Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current is free. Click the Download Free button on this PluginDex page to get it at no cost.

Which apps does Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current work with?

Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current works with Blender.

Who develops Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current?

Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current is developed by Giambattista Von Nettesheim. You can find their other plugins on the Giambattista Von Nettesheim page of this catalog.

Where can I download Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current?

Download Open Without: Open Files Without Closing Current free from this PluginDex page using the Download Free button. You get free access without paying.

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