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CFB  
#1 Posted : Monday, October 12, 2009 4:59:21 PM(UTC)
CFB

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I'm working in VC's 3D mode. I'm viewing from the Front and reposition a part on the X and Z axis. When I change the view to Top, why has my part moved on the Y axis? My Workplane is set to Global.

I used a 2D CAD program, for years, but Workplane is new to me. Are there any tutorials about Workplane. I think it might be my problem, but I don't understand it.

Thanks
Colin
Steve.M  
#2 Posted : Monday, October 12, 2009 7:37:48 PM(UTC)
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Hi Colin,

The easiest way is to set the snapping (windows- snaps) to workplane while moving the object. I use that a lot and have set up a shortcut key to toggle it on/off (File- short cuts- snap- work plane).
When moving in just one direction you can use the axis constraint by pressing the relevant key (X/Y/Z), although I have seen that wonder off some times.


- Steve
CFB  
#3 Posted : Saturday, October 24, 2009 11:12:45 PM(UTC)
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Thank you Steve.
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