Graphics Programs Reference
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6. In the New 3D View dialog box, name this view “Space view 1” and click
OK (Figure 10.8).
7. Click the 3D Camera Rotate tool and change the rotation of the camera
view again.
8. Click the Save View icon and name the new view “Space view 2.”
Figure 10.7
The 3D camera view.
At this stage, we have saved two views for the spaceship. Let's recall these
saved views after changing the camera position:
1. Use the 3D Camera Rotate tool to change the view of the camera ield.
2. From the View drop-down list, choose “Space view 1.” The object reverts
to the saved view.
You can also delete custom views by clicking on the Delete View icon next to
the Save View icon.
Note: You cannot delete
the built-in views in the
View list, such as Front,
Back, and Left view.
It is very common to change the 3D camera properties, especially when you
would like to change the view of the 3D model instead of changing the
scene itself. After these changes, you can always revert to the default camera
position by clicking the Home icon at the top of the Properties toolbar or
choosing Default from the View list.
Working with the Ground Plane
The Ground Plane is a grid plane to guide you around the position of the 3D
model based on the whole scene. When you import or create a 3D object in
