Helix-Blender Plugin

The Helix-Blender Plugin integrates Perforce's Helix Digital Asset Management (DAM) system with Blender, providing seamless access to version-controlled assets directly within the Blender interface. This plugin is designed to streamline the workflow for teams working on 3D content creation by combining the power of Blender with the robust asset management features of Helix DAM.

Features

• Direct Integration: Access and manage Helix DAM assets from within Blender.
• Version Control: Track changes and manage different versions of 3D models, and other assets.
• Collaboration: Work with team members on shared assets, with built-in conflict resolution tools.
• Metadata Support: Utilize metadata for easy organization and searching of assets.
• Easy Import/Export: Seamlessly import assets from Helix DAM into Blender and export your work back to Helix DAM.

Installation

1. Download the Plugin:

   • Download the latest release from the Perforce FTP site.

2. Install the Plugin:

   • Open Blender.
   • Go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons.
   • Click Install... and navigate to the downloaded .zip file.
   • Select the file and click Install Add-on.
   • Enable the plugin by checking the box next to Perofrce Helix-Blender.

3. Launch the Plugin:

   • Go to the Perforce tab in Blender’s topbar.
   • Click Helix DAM to launch Helix DAM.

4. Connect to DAM:

   • Make sure Helix Sync app is launched in background.
   • Click on Continue button in Helix DAM welcome page.
   • Enter your login credentials and click Log in.

Usage

1. Browsing Assets:

   • You can open the assets from projects or search for assets stored in Helix DAM.
   • Preview assets and import them directly into your Blender project.

2. Version Control:

   • Save your work to Helix DAM, with full version control support.
   • Manage different versions, revert to previous ones, and resolve conflicts as needed.

3. Collaboration:

   • Work on shared assets with your team. The plugin will help manage changes and prevent conflicts.
   • Add metadata to your assets for better organization and retrieval.

Troubleshooting

• Connection Issues:

  • Ensure your Helix DAM server details are correct.
  • Check your network connection and try again.

• Asset Syncing Problems:

  • Make sure the plugin is enabled and properly configured.
  • Verify that your Helix DAM account has the necessary permissions.

Contributing

We welcome contributions to the Helix-Blender Plugin! If you’d like to contribute, please fork the repository and submit a pull request. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you’d like to change.

License

This project is licensed under the GPL License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Support

For help please visit our help page or for support contact us at support page.

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Happy blending with Helix DAM!