Inset / Extrude Inner - Is there something similar or a workaround on Blender? :(

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Hello there, i’m modelling a lot windows, and i’ve been using blender has 4 years, so i’m experienced.

But i’m having a really annoying problem, as you can see on the attached image.

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I know it’s possible to do something good using curves and setting a “profile” curve on Bevel Shape (BevOb) so i could achieve the desired object, but it would costs me a lot of time because i need to model a lot of similar objects.

So i decided to ask here if someone knows any workaround os some script to do that.

Thank you very much and sorry my english!

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It looks like you’re starting with edges only. And for the second extrusion you’ve already used Alt+S, I think.
If you start with faces you could use the Solidify Selection Script, this keeps the thickness quite good.

Patel

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Thanks man, but don’t work also, look the attached image :(.

I don’t believe there’s no way to do this without a lot of work :(…

:(:(:((where’s the crying smile?)

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Oh man! it worked like a charm! :slight_smile: :slight_smile:

Look the attachment for more info!

Thank you very much!!! :D:D:D:D:D

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Nice to see, it works for you.

Have Fun, Patel

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Thank you man! :slight_smile: Anyways, an inset tool is a must-have for Blender 2.5, don’t you think?

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Yes - I’m missing a proper Inset or Offset Tool as well.
It should have been a must-have for a long time before 2.5.
But as long as there are workarounds possible, it’s O.K.

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There IS an inset python script that works much faster. Download the scripts Blender here:

Works in mesh mode - look for it in the scripts menu. I can’t survive without it :wink: