> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.simulon.com/hub/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.simulon.com/hub/simulon-hub/blender-integration/blender-plugin-installation.md).

# Blender Plugin Installation

In order to give creators complete freedom for asset and scene creation, we have developed a close integration with Blender. This comes in the form of two plugins which are installed from within Blender:

1. [**Simulon Link**](/hub/simulon-hub/blender-integration/simulon-link.md)
2. [**Simulon Asset Preparation**](/hub/simulon-hub/blender-integration/custom-asset-preparation.md)

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Currently **we only support Blender 4.4.3**, so ensure you have downloaded this before installing these plugins, otherwise some plugins may not be available.
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### Installation

To install both plugins, follow these steps:

1. Open Blender and navigate to Edit > Preferences > System > Network > Allow Online Access and ensure this active.

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2. Navigate to Edit > Preferences > Get Extensions > Repositories > "+" and add the [https://blender.simulon.com](https://blender.simulon.com/) repository

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3. Search for "Simulon" in the search bar and you'll find both plugins available for "Install"

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4. Once installed you'll be able to find the plugins in the 3D viewport sidepanel after clicking the "<" icon.

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**Note**

The Simulon Link plugin will only be displayed when opening Simulon created scenes. These can be opened from within Simulon Hub
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