Node Pie

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Are you tired of scrolling through endless lists just to find the same node you use a hundred times a day? In complex node-based workflows—whether you are shading, compositing, or building Geometry Nodes—menu navigation can be a major bottleneck.

Enter Node Pie, the smart interface upgrade that revolutionizes how you add nodes in Blender. By replacing the standard, clunky list menu with a lightning-fast pie menu, Node Pie doesn’t just save you clicks; it learns from you. It adapts to your specific workflow, ensuring that the tools you need are always exactly where you expect them to be.

Key Features & Benefits

Node Pie is designed to minimize friction and maximize speed. Here is how it transforms your experience:

• Instant Pie Menu Access:
  Say goodbye to the default “Shift+A” list. Node Pie converts the add menu into a radial pie layout. This allows for faster gesture-based selection, letting you build muscle memory and add nodes almost instantly without looking.
• Smart, Frequency-Based Sizing:
  This is the game-changer. Node Pie tracks your usage habits in real-time. Nodes that you use frequently will appear with larger buttons, making them easier to hit (applying Fitts’s Law to your workflow). Conversely, rarely used nodes remain smaller, keeping the interface clean and focused on what matters to you.
• Universal Compatibility:
  Whether you are working in the Shader Editor, Geometry Nodes, Compositor, or Texture Nodes, Node Pie works seamlessly.
• Support for Custom Add-ons:
  It doesn’t stop at native Blender nodes. Node Pie is fully compatible with custom node editors created by other Python add-ons, ensuring a consistent experience across your entire plugin ecosystem.

Why Choose Node Pie?

Efficiency Through Adaptation
Most interface enhancements are static; they force you to adapt to them. Node Pie is different because it adapts to you. If you are a Geometry Nodes wizard, your math and geometry nodes will naturally become prominent. If you are a shading artist, your texture and mix nodes will take center stage.

Reduce Cognitive Load
Visual searching takes time and mental energy. By making your most-used tools visually distinct and larger, Node Pie reduces the split-second hesitation of “hunting” for a node. This keeps you in the creative flow state longer, allowing you to focus on the art rather than the UI.

Conclusion

Node Pie is a simple yet profound upgrade for any Blender artist who spends time in the node editor. It turns a repetitive, mundane task into a fluid, responsive part of your creative process.

Stop fighting with menus and start building faster. Install Node Pie today and experience the speed of an interface that evolves with you.