It is with great pleasure that I announce the release of Boxcutter 712.
As Blender 2.8 evolves further. Daily breakage has become a thing and with that we strongly recommend updating 2.8 before installing Boxcutter 712. We work around the clock to keep the tools working while also working towards their enhancement.
Renders by Chipp (aka BigBoss) using the Definitely EEVEE Materials System for KitOps
Update Info
same applies to any add-on like HardOps or KitOps
First things first. Update Blender 2.8. Next download the latest Boxcutter / HOPScutter package with the latest zip which is already in the market.
- 94% of support issues involve needing to update 2.8.
- 3% involve installing the add-on via copying the folder in the zip to the addon folder. Make sure to delete the old folder before copying over.
C:\Users\YOUR USER\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons
- 2% involves using an older version of Boxcutter with a new Blender which causes a ” no attribute ‘tool mode’ ” error. Update Boxcutter / HOPScutter via the market.
If you updated Blender and the tools stopped working, update the tools as well. Update Boxcutter / HOPScutter via the market.
Blendermarket
Logging into BlenderMarket using the top right dropdown and choosing orders will allow you to download the latest update.
If orders aren’t showing up under your account it is recommended to write the admins using the chat bubble on the side. Only the admins are able to resolve this issue.
Gumroad
Logging in via the button in the top right and accessing the sales page will allow you to view the product and download the latest update.
If logged into Gumroad you should see view product instead which will take you to the product download.
Installation
Place the folder from the zip in the local add-on directory.
C:\Users\YOUR USER\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons
Also remove any previous boxcutter folder before replacing it with the new one.
INSTALL FROM FILE CAN HAVE ISSUES IF THE FOLDER IS THERE ALREADY. PLACE THE ZIP IN THE SPECIFIED FOLDER TO ENSURE IT WORKS WITHOUT ISSUE. OR ENSURE THE FOLDER ISNT THERE AND USE INSTALL FROM FILE.
The next level of support involves deleting the /config which makes Blender open as new. If you have issues with the previous steps or are moving over custom configurations this can cause issues if the properties have existed for multiple itterations of 2.8. From time to time removing the config allows for clean installation and quick startup.
For support issues you can email me at masterxeon1001@gmail.com
However, I will also have you update Blender 2.8.
Also the help icon in Boxcutter takes you to the discord which I recommend for all users looking for a community to connect to.
Previous documentation going more in depth with basics.
What’s New?
Shape Recollection V1
When drawing a box or circle you can recall previous cutters in the cutter collection with alt + MMB or the C key.
Shape recall only works with Box, and circle. Ngon will have a special solution for recall.
Shape recall is still a work in progress and could possibly throw an error until it is further refined. This is still an experimental feature.
Rotate 90 during draw
Pressing R or ~ (tilda) will rotate the recalled shape (alt + scroll) 90 degrees.
Snapping V1
Snapping has been a heavily requested feature. Now it is present in the topbar, D pie and the Ctrl + D (box-helper).
When snapping is active dots will appear when Ctrl is held.
There are 5 snapping systems to choose from with one additional being tied to an orientation system.
- increment
- vertex
- edge midpoint
- face center
- viewport
- grid floor (with world orientation)
Proxe also took great care to ensure the dots fade out into the distance. He’s a gem like that.
Snapping also works with active only. This is something I wanted personally however in the future we plan to add simple trace support as well.
The custom grid can even be snapped to.
In future updates we aim to expand the functionality and make it even more versatile.
Custom Cutter
Custom cutters is the biggest part of this release next to snapping. I am super excited to show what is next.
When no custom cutter is set the cutter will cut the Boxcutter logo. This can be useful for branding or just showing your Boxcutter spirit.
Any object can be a custom cutter.
This has made for some interesting cutters.
Users are also able to make a mesh a custom cutter by pressing C during custom cutter.
In the most recent update a parameter to flip the Join shape for custom has been added.
Shift + F will also flip the shape vertical during draw.
This is located in the ctrl + D helper at this time. (only when join is the active tool)
Self Cutting
If you mark the cube as the cutter and keep cutting it will exponentially change. This accident has led to some interesting results and is something I love trying daily.
Draw Changes
If you press and hold Alt during draw you can draw using center rectangle.
If you press and hold shift you will force it to constrain to a box shape.
Pressing both alt and shift will force it into a center draw.
These behaviors might be a departure from previous releases so we had options to toggle these options as well. They can be found in the snap options.
Also at the bottom of the behavior panel.
Auto-hide cutter toggle
For users who do not want their boolshapes to be hidden on subsequent drawings can choose to have them remain.
Ngon Backspace
We are well aware of the amount of work needed to get Ngon back to where it was but a classic feature has been re-added. Backspace points.
Mod Sort Level 2
Modifier sorting is our goal for the 2.8 era of tools. With modifier sort level 2 now the sorting will behave properly when multiple bevel modifiers are in place on objects.
Special care was taken to make sure it supports the bevel mod properly as well as added a few additional modifiers to sort.
This means that if you have deep levels of bevels you can work on the lowest level. In the future we hope to allow users to choose a level and even promote boolshapes up and down levels.
Cutter UVs
Cutters now have UVs for situations where uvs are needing to be transferred. This is still a wip and we hope to expand it in the future.
Initial Custom Hotkey
The alt + W hotkey can be remapped. We plan to add full support for the keymap in the future as it becomes more concrete and the systems are more complete.
Edge Data Preservation
A user reported a strange issue to us that showed us boxcutter contained an issue with edge marked data that HOPS did not.
Previously boxcutter removed edge data and now that has been fixed.
Videos
Wrapping up a release always means… videos.
In Closing
DECAL MACHINE IS OUT FOR 2.8!!!!! *dies*
We hope you enjoy the latest update. We have more to come and even more to go back over with refinement and behavioral fine tuning. I look eager to user input of feature request improvements and to see what custom cutters you come up with for Boxcutter!
Hopscutter is a 24 hour operation but also we enjoy the work we do and the results users show! We hope to keep you cutting as long as possible!
From Imagination To Creation 
I am following your installation instructions Users>>>Blender2.8 etc., but Boxcutter 712 doesnot show up in my Blender 2.8 release. Eventhough I isntalled the latest release.
is there an error or any information?
Usually placing the folder in the addon location will make it show up upon reload. But any error message would give us a clue to the cause.
I try to install, a error occurs
addon_utils.disable: BoxCutter not disabled
Modules Installed (BoxCutter) from ‘C:\\Blender\\Plugins\\(2.8)BoxCutter 712_11.zip’ into ‘C:\\Users\\teio\\AppData\\Roaming\\Blender Foundation\\Blender\\2.80\\scripts\\addons’
Exception in module register(): C:\Users\teio\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\__init__.py
Traceback (most recent call last):
File “D:\Blender2.8\2.80\scripts\modules\addon_utils.py”, line 384, in enable
mod.register()
File “C:\Users\teio\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\__init__.py”, line 35, in register
operator.register()
File “C:\Users\teio\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\addon\operator\__init__.py”, line 37, in register
topbar.register()
File “C:\Users\teio\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\addon\operator\topbar\__init__.py”, line 21, in register
view3d.add_bc_headers()
File “C:\Users\teio\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\addon\utility\view3d.py”, line 346, in add_bc_headers
tool_header_original = bl_ui.space_view3d.VIEW3D_HT_tool_header.draw
AttributeError: module ‘bl_ui.space_view3d’ has no attribute ‘VIEW3D_HT_tool_header’
updating blender should get you good to go!
http://builder.blender.org/
Blender 2.7 se cierra cuando empiezo a usar la herramienta boxcutter.
Blender 2.8 actualizado ahora ya no me permite activar la herramienta boxcutter.
con 2.79 se recomienda usar la última versión de buildbot 2.79 con Boxcutter 690. Para la versión 2.8 también se recomienda usar la última versión 712.
https://builder.blender.org/download
I’m using BoxCutter 6.9 in blender 2.79 and when I use ctrl tool it’s usually crashed. Is it a known issue and do you have any plan to fix it in the future? Thank you.
https://builder.blender.org/download
I would recommend using the latest 2.79 from the buildbot for Boxcutter 690.
We’re now on Boxcutter 712 for Blender 2.8 so we may not be going back to 79 since 2.8 is now the most current update.
I’d have to see an screenshot of the error for proper diagnosis.
thank you for answering me, I downloaded the lastest experimental build from blender (2.79.7) and it worked with BoxCutter, no crash so far. However, I had another problem with HardOps, specifically C Sharpen function. I captured screenshot so you can diagnose properly and fix if you have any plan in the future. Here is the link: https://imgur.com/a/bzzE8Cr
Because of its inconvenience between latest experimental build with HOps and BoxCutter, I chose to stick with stable release despite of having some crashes :D. Thank you and have a nice day
having this installed and enabled would probably resolve that issue. Sorry about that.
https://gumroad.com/l/kitops
There is a screenshot, when I have installed box cutter 712 on blender 2.80 it gives me this message.
install the tool by placing the contents of the zip in the C:\Users\YOUR USER\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons location. Also close / reopen blender but you must install the add on in the local add on location.
after reinstalling the addon clicking the check box in user preferences 2.80 for boxcutter 712 it shows me this message.
also if blender is up to date.
https://builder.blender.org/download
the next thing is removing the config folder then opening blender
C:\Users\YOUR USER\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\config
i just remembered the 3d box option in the D menu. Turning that off should make it more stable. https://i.imgur.com/Qee4QHI.png
Hi.
You probably know it already but the latest Blender 2.8 build breaks both BoxCutter and HardOps.
Here is the screenshot:
Any news when there will be an update?
Thank you.
download the latest updates and youll be good to go! also read the support section of this page! it should help you
Thank you, the new update fixed the issue. Much appreciated.
if you access the marketpage the latest update is always ready.
Hi,
Unfortunately I get this message when I try to start BoxCutter 7.1.2 with Alt-W or through the icon. I’m using the latest Blender release. Any idea on how to fix it?
Thank you!
Image:
https://ibb.co/JcthyMf
download the latest update from the market. links in the support area.
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HI Masterxeon1001!
Unfortunately I also have some issues with installing Boxcutter!
Would you help me whit it?
I installed it on IOS and also on Windows, none of them are working for me
– I use the latest build of Blender 2.8 ( downloaded it on may 15 )
– I have the latest Boxcutter ( 7.1.2 )
– Extracted the zip file, copied the folder in to the addon folder of Blender.
Closed and reopen Blender, restarted system, tried to delete config folder, nothing helped!
I think I tried everything you have mentioned before!
Please help me in this!
Thank You! ooo by the way I love this addon, it is amazing!!!! ( just does not work 🙂 )
I’ve just bought Boxcutter today and I’m really over excited! It’s really an amazing tool. Thank you for creating it and I’m looking forward to seeing it update new features.
and here is the rendered image of boxcutter logo, I’m a fan of it https://imgur.com/a/WGK7x5A
Just got into boxcutter recently, thank you for the plugin! For some reason, the boxcutter does not activate while I’m having HEAVYPOLY’s config installed. What should I do?
that might be something to ask heavypoly about. For our side Id recommend restoring default config and following the support things listed and ensure the issue is isolated to his end or ours but I recommend vanilla so I know nothing of that config.
Looks like the Blender team made a breaking change to the API in v2.80.72 as I am getting error “KeyError: ‘bpy_prop_collection[key]: key “bc.topbar_activate” not found'” when trying to go to the keymap in userpref. The tool is also not showing up with alt-w or in the tool panels
I have a problem and I need to help. I’m making Spherical Eye according to your tutorial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEQF5rGituY). However, when I use shift to keep bouding box, it doesn’t look like in your video. And when I drag this box it’s distorted. I attach here images to let you know what I mean (https://imgur.com/a/UPzxkRV). How can I fix it? Thank you
thats unusual. Id have to see a gif of that happening.
I cant tell the context mode or snapping settings because those bars appear to be missing but its possibly somthing on the blender side. Id check blender’s snapping and make sure its not projecting to face or something.
It appears to be working on my side at this time. I’ll need more information on what is going on,.
Hi, I fixed it by setting startup file to default. However, I got another problem :(. When I use circle shape to cut and bevel, it doesn’t work. I recorded a video to let you know why it happens. Here is the link: https://youtu.be/kLG28mpikA0
we’re aware of the issue. This is related to the recent changes to b3d we have to deal with. Something something depsgraph. We’ll get it. It just requires some rethinking.
File：J:\3dx\blender2.8\2.80\scripts\modules\addon_utils.py, line 384 in enable
mod.reglster
File：C:\Users\Administrator\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\__init__.py, line 35 in register operator registen
File：C:\Users\Administrator\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\addon\operator\__init__.py, line 36 in register
shape register
File：C:\Users\Administrator\AppData\Roaming\Blender Foundation\Blender\2.80\scripts\addons\BoxCutter\addon\operator\shape\__init__.py, line 36 in register
register_class(cls)
ValueError:validating class:: “USE_EVAL_DATA “not found in (“REGISTER”,”UNDO”,”UNDO_GROUPED”.”BLOCKING”.”MACRO”,”GRAB_CURSOR”,”GRAB_CURSOR_X”,”GRAB_CURSOR_Y”,PRESET”,’INTERNAL”)
I follow the instructions in your tutorial to install the plugin.
in the description it should also mention how with the latest blender you may also need the latest version from the sales page. There should be links in the description to make it easier to get to.
Is there a problem with arrays at the moment or do I just have my stupid set too high?
Mouse wheel and x,y,z do not seem functional.
blender-2.80.0-git.9c5d54bfaf48-windows64 (June 24)
(2.8)BoxCutter 712_22
it appears to be working on my side.
Mouse scroll or + and – to add / sub and x y z to change axis.
You do have to press V to begin array during draw however.
Yep, stupid was set too high.
Still getting the workflow to sit in my memory correctly. I was trying to initiate an array using the “start operation” tool. I really must stick to shortcuts.
Thanks for the quick response. Love your work by the way.
Aw thanks. It should get more clear as we get drawing back in the 3D view but we hope to expand on it in the future.
I hope to create more interesting content in the future. Glad we got your issue resolved!
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Hello,
once the selection made how should I move my selection on the face? I am on Mac. Before I used the key “space” but it does not work anymore.
thank you and congratulations for this new update
shift to live and move it. or unhiding the cutter and moving it. Spacebar is confirm at this time since the in tool translation hasnt been remade yet.
How about snapping during extruding
https://boxcutter-manual.readthedocs.io/en/latest/snapping/#increment-snapping