How to Fix "Blender Python Editor Shows "ImportError" on Libraries"

If Blender’s Python Editor is showing an ImportError when trying to import libraries, it usually means that the required libraries are not installed in Blender’s Python environment.

Here's how to fix it: First, ensure that you are using the correct Python environment within Blender.

Blender uses its own embedded Python, which means you can’t rely on system-wide Python installations for library imports.

To check Blender's Python version, go to Window > Toggle System Console and type import sys; print(sys.version).

If you’re trying to use an external library, such as numpy or pandas, it must be installed within Blender's Python environment.

To install external libraries, open Blender's Python Console (Window > Toggle System Console > Python Console) and type the following command: !pip install <library_name>.

For example, to install numpy, use !pip install numpy.

Alternatively, if the library is not available via pip, download the library manually and install it by copying the files to Blender's Python directory (<Blender_install_directory>/2.xx/python/lib/python3.x/site-packages/).

If you still encounter the ImportError, make sure the library you are trying to import is compatible with Blender’s Python version.

Blender's bundled Python may not support the latest versions of certain libraries.

If this is the case, try using an older version of the library that is compatible with your Python version.

You can also try running the script using Blender’s internal Python environment by navigating to File > User Preferences > File and enabling the Auto Run Python Scripts option.

This setting ensures that Blender will automatically run Python scripts at startup, which can help avoid import issues.

Finally, check if the library has any dependencies that need to be installed.

Some Python packages rely on other libraries, and missing dependencies can cause import errors.

If needed, install any dependencies manually or check the documentation for installation instructions.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ImportError in Blender’s Python Editor and successfully import external libraries.