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Non-uniform scale can be quite useful for curved objects (ex. You will then be able to scale your shape along the X, Y and Z vertices by dragging the arrows or by adjusting the factor number. To scale an object non-uniformly select the scale dropdown menu from the grey box, then select non uniform. The grey box below allows you to adjust by factor. This allows you to control how much you want to move the object by mm or degree.Ĭlick on the white arrow (which will then turn yellow) and drag to make your shape larger or smaller. Radial dials (Outside circle with arrows on either side) = rotate object.Ī white box will pop up alongside the object whenever you select one of these movement options. Semi-transparent squares = move object across two axes at once (ex. White isolated arrows = slide object along one axis. You can also adjust the direction of your view or hit the home button to return to your original view of the grid.Ĭircle in the center of the object = freely move object along all 3 axes, depending on what perspective you are looking at the obiect from.

Or select the orbit, panning, or zoom option from the right hand menu. Zoom - Scroll your mouse or trackpad (Up = zoom in, Down = zoom out). Orbit - Right click as you move your mouse.

#123D DESIGN SWEEP SERIES#

I've included a simple example below, along with a series of instructions describing the programs many available tools. We asked you to bring a photo with you today so that you can turn a 2D representation into a 3D model.

It allows you to envision your project as though it were three dimensional and get a basic idea of how a physical model would appear. 3D modeling is a key step in the prototyping work cycle. 123D Design is a free 3D modeling program.

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