Model Projections

When you want to view a model from different directions, you have to define a suitable view for the purpose. These views are called projections. A projection can be either axonometric or a perspective.

Isometric Projection

Set the model to the isometric projection.

  1. On the tab, in the Projection group, click Isometric View.

Note:
  • Move the cursor near the top edge in the working window. The Toolstrip is opened, from which you can select an appropriate projection.

    Toolstrip - Part / Assembly

Parallel Projection

Set the model in the parallel projection as follows: Front, Top, Left, Right, Bottom, or Back.

  1. On the tab, in the Projection group, click Parallel Projection.

Note:
  • Move the cursor to the right edge of the working window. Select the projection on the toolstrip. As,an example, select projection Right View.

Select a Projection From the Model

The model is set to the pojection, which is define layer face normal, selected in the model.

  1. On the tab, in the Projection group, click Select From Model.
  2. Click a planar face.

Perspective View

Open the 3D model in the working window. Set the model to a perspective view:

On the tab, in the Projection group, select Perspective. (Ctrl+D).

When Perspective is enabled, the model will always be displayed in a perspective view in the projection you selected. Set the perspective view off by clearing the check box.

Perspective View by Default

You can set perspective as the default projection as follows:

  1. Select >  User Preferences >  Drawings, Models.
  2. Select the Usage tab.
  3. Select Model: Perspective View by Default.
  4. Confirm by clicking OK.

View Settings

Example - Front parallel projection.

Projection from the front in a perspective view.