Connect Vertices (Smart)¶

Intelligent vertex connection tool with automatic pairing and fan creation

What is it?¶

Connect Vertices (Smart) is an enhanced vertex connection tool that intelligently connects selected vertices using advanced algorithms. It can create fan patterns from a hub vertex or smart pairwise connections between two vertex groups, with automatic ordering to minimize crossings and total connection length.

Access and Shortcuts¶

Pie Menu: Edit Mode section → "Connect Vertices (Smart)"
Operator: damtools.connect_vertices_smart
Requirements: Edit mode with vertices selected

Workflow¶

For Fan Connections: 1. Enter Edit mode and select one connected vertex island 2. Ensure the hub vertex is the active vertex 3. Run Connect Vertices (Smart) 4. All vertices connect to the active vertex creating a fan pattern

For Pairwise Connections: 1. Enter Edit mode and select exactly two vertex islands 2. Run Connect Vertices (Smart) 3. Vertices are paired between groups in optimal order 4. Connections are created to minimize crossings

Smart vertex pairing with automatic optimization and crossing prevention

Parameters¶

Connection Methods: - Fan Mode: Connects all vertices to active vertex (hub) - Pairwise Mode: Pairs vertices between two groups

Options (F9 Panel): - Auto Reverse: Automatically reverse second group order if it reduces total connection length - Use Join (J): Use mesh.vert_connect_path for proper face splitting (default ON)

Smart Features: - Automatic detection of connection pattern based on selection - Intelligent ordering to avoid edge crossings - Distance-based optimization for cleaner results

Tips¶

For fan connections, make sure to set the hub vertex as active (last selected)
Works with disconnected vertex islands for clean pairwise connections
Auto Reverse feature finds optimal connection order automatically
Uses Blender's native vert_connect_path (J key) for proper face splitting
Perfect for creating spokes, bridges, and structured connections
Great for retopology work and creating clean edge flows

Known Limitations¶

Requires exactly one or two vertex islands
Cancels with warning if more than two islands are selected
Fan mode requires all vertices to be in the same connected component
Works best with vertices that have clear spatial relationships