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Updating Standard Views Without Using the Orientation Dialog Box

You can update standard views without opening the Orientation dialog box.

To update standard views:

  1. Right-click in the graphics area and click Set Current View As. Select the desired view from the menu.
  2. Click Yes in the warning dialog box.

    The scene floor automatically updates to be aligned with the bottom view plane, updating floor reflections and shadows.

    By default, the scene floor is aligned with the bottom view plane. To align the scene floor differently, right-click the scene in the DisplayManager and click Edit Scene. Under Floor, make a selection in Align floor with.



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