[FIXED] Blender 5.0 Cache Folder Issue - Working Solution Attached #1004
Description
Issue
Cache folder setting doesn't work in Blender 5.0. Error: TypeError: this type doesn't support IDProperties
Cause
Blender 5.0 removed IDProperties support from AddonPreferences. The custom get/set methods in prefs.py no longer work.
Fix Summary
- Remove custom get/set methods (lines 189-219 in prefs.py)
- Use standard StringProperty storage
- Add validateCacheFolder() method
- Add helper operators for testing/setting cache folder
Modified Files
prefs.py(main fix)core/basemaps/gpkg.py(ensure directory exists)operators/view3d_mapviewer.py(add validation)
Status
✅ Fixed and tested on Blender 5.0
✅ Maintains backward compatibility
✅ Ready for integration
How to Fix
Please remove the old plugin completely and then installing this one ^
Then Restart Blender and it should work.
Happy to contribute this back to the project!
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Technical note: The fix replaces dictionary-style property access with standard Blender 5.0 property system while adding better validation and user feedback.