Is it possible to get all new edges sharp when using edge bevel tool?

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#1

Hello! I have tones of models with similar style where i had to edge bevel a lot and after a while i came to conclusion i have to ask about it, cause it would make the work so much shorter. I would like the beveled edge to keep the “mark sharp” value, yet no matter what options i use from the edge bevel menu i either get no “mark sharp” on the new edges or im getting some weird results with normals and auto-smooth. How can i make the new outer edges get the “mark sharp” treatment automatically (including the short, outer ones)?

I have tryied to get help on reddit some time ago, but it was silent there. Perhaps someone here will know the answers. Will appreciate it :slight_smile:

Thanks in advance!

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#2

I gave it a try and best idea was to either add Mark Sharp to quick favorites or assign a key to it then when you add the new bevel and it is still selected, hit the key…

I am sure there is a way just when adding the bevel, but I couldn’t find it so perhaps someone else will know a better way…

#3

Thank you a lot for reply. Problem with that solution is that it would also mark sharp the inner edges i want to keep smooth (they are also selected after bevel).

#4

Did you try “select boundary loop”? Don’t know if it will recognize the most complicated of surfaces but it should work with your example. Just create a shortcut and you’re good.

#5

That would make it require 2 presses and 2 clicks, insetad of 5 clicks and 1 key press. Thats just one finger action less per bevel i will have to make. :confused:
But thanks for suggestion nevertheless.