Description

Attribute Manager is a Python script for Autodesk Maya that simplifies how you handle transformation attributes. It offers a clean, user-friendly interface to lock/unlock and show/hide attributes on selected objects. Designed for technical artists and riggers, this tool saves time by managing multiple objects in one go, keeping your scenes organized and controlled.

Key Features

• Batch Attribute Control: Lock, unlock, show, or hide attributes across multiple selected objects at once.
• Intuitive UI: Easy-to-use interface with individual and group controls for translate, rotate, scale, and visibility.
• Error Prevention: Lock critical attributes to avoid accidental changes during rigging or animation.
• Scene Cleanup: Hide unnecessary attributes to keep the Channel Box and Attribute Editor clutter-free.
• Flexible Actions: Use the "YOLO" toggle to quickly lock/hide or unlock/show all attributes.
• No Dependencies: Works out of the box with Maya’s standard Python libraries.

Installation and Basic Usage

• Install: Place attribute_manager.py in your Maya scripts folder or add its directory to your Python path.
• Run the Script:

  # Option 1: Run directly
  exec(open('path/to/attribute_manager.py').read())
  
  # Option 2: Import as module
  import attribute_manager
  attribute_manager.create_attribute_manager_ui()
  

• Use the Interface:
  • Select objects in your Maya scene.
  • Open the UI by running the script.
  • Check attributes (e.g., Translate X, Rotate Y) or use group controls (All Translate, etc.).
  • Click LOCK, UNLOCK, HIDE, SHOW, or YOLO to apply changes.