3D Modeling FoundationsNavigate and Position
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3D Modeling Foundations

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1Introduction to 3D
  • What is 3D Modeling?
  • Real-World Applications
  • The Coordinate System
  • Your First 3D Object
2Navigating 3D Space
  • Viewport Navigation
  • Grid, Axes, and Helpers
  • Navigate and Position
3Basic Shapes
  • Primitive Shapes
  • Transforming Objects
  • Naming and Organizing
  • Build a Simple Object
4Materials & Lighting
  • Understanding Materials
  • Lighting Basics
  • Apply Materials
5Mini Project
  • Mini Project: Build a Desk Scene
3D · Lesson 7 of 15Navigate and Add

Navigate and Position Objects

Practice navigating the viewport and positioning objects.

Tasks

  1. 1Add a sphere to the scene
  2. 2Orbit around it to see it from different angles
  3. 3Move the sphere so it's above the grid (Y > 0)
  4. 4Zoom in to see details

Navigation Reminder

  • Orbit: Right-click + drag
  • Pan: Middle-click + drag
  • Zoom: Scroll wheel

Moving Objects

  1. 1Select the sphere (click on it)
  2. 2Use the Move tool (G key or toolbar)
  3. 3Drag the green arrow to lift it up

Success Criteria

  • At least one object in the scene
  • All objects positioned above the grid (Y ≥ 0)
Tip: Watch the Y value in the Properties panel!

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