Serpens 3 is a node‑based addon for Blender that enables users to create installable Python addons, panels, pie menus and other UI tools without writing code.
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Developed by Joshua Knauber.
About Serpens 3 – Visual Scripting Addon Creator
Serpens 3 adds a visual scripting environment to Blender, allowing users to build real, installable Python addons through a node editor. The addon supports creation of panels, buttons, pie menus, interactive modals, and geometry‑node interactions. It also provides tools to view and include generated Python code, which can aid learning the Blender API. The current release is version 3.1.2 and lists compatibility with Blender 4.0 through 5.0. Serpens 3 is distributed under the GPL license and is offered as a free download. Documentation covers each node type and recent features such as modal operators, preset nodes, write‑text‑file nodes, and auto‑compile options.
Features
- Node-based editor for creating installable Python addons without writing code
- Build panels, buttons, and pie menus that add to the Blender UI
- Create interactive modals with modal operators
- Interact with geometry nodes
- Include Python code and view the generated code
- Preset nodes, auto-compile, and new property types (pointer, collection, group)
- Write Text File node and Watch Script Change option
Best for
Blender users who prefer a visual approach to building custom UI and addons and who want an entry point into the Blender API without writing code.
Frequently asked questions
Which Blender versions does Serpens 3 support?
Serpens 3 states support for Blender versions 4.0 through 5.0; it should install and run on any version within that range.
Do I need to know Python to use Serpens 3?
No prior Python knowledge is required; the addon lets you build addons entirely with nodes, though it also offers tools to view the generated code for learning purposes.
Is Serpens 3 free to download?
The catalog lists Serpens 3 as free, and the developer provides free downloads of the current version and the upcoming version 4 on GitHub under the GPL license.
Can Serpens 3 create addons I can share online?
Yes, Serpens 3 creates real, installable Python addons that can be distributed and shared online.
Does Serpens 3 come with documentation?
Full documentation is included, covering each node type and recent features such as modal operators, preset nodes, and auto‑compile options.
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