Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) is a free Blender add‑on that provides accurate modelling utilities. It appears in the View3D UI under the PDT panel and supports Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, distributed under the GNU GPL v2.0 or later.
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About Precision Drawing Tools (PDT)
Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) is a community‑maintained Blender add‑on designed for precise modelling. It is accessed from the 3D viewport’s UI region via View3D → UI → PDT. The add‑on was originally bundled with Blender 4.1 and now ships as an independent extension. It runs on Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, requires no special permissions, and is 48.3 KB in size. Version 1.5.3 was released on 14 May 2024 under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later. Documentation and download links are provided on the developer’s page. The extension offers a compact, GPL‑licensed toolset for users needing high‑precision drawing capabilities within Blender.
Features
- Precision drawing tools for accurate modelling
- Accessible from the View3D → UI → PDT panel
- Compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer
- Compact 48.3 KB download that requires no special permissions
- Released under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later
- Formerly part of Blender’s 4.1 bundled add-ons, now offered as-is with limited support
Best for
Blender users who need precise modelling tools and prefer the utility that originally shipped with Blender 4.1.
Frequently asked questions
Does Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) work with Blender 4.2?
Yes. Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) lists compatibility with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, so it runs on those versions.
Where do I find Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) in Blender?
After enabling the add‑on, locate it in the 3D viewport’s UI region under the PDT panel (View3D → UI → PDT).
Is Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) free to use?
The add‑on is listed as free and is distributed under the GNU GPL v2.0 or later, which permits use, modification, and redistribution under its terms.
Is Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) still actively supported?
Support is limited. The add‑on is offered as‑is; the latest release (v1.5.3) was published on 14 May 2024 with no changelog, and future updates are not guaranteed.
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