1. Navigation

Mastering movement within the viewport is essential for 3D work. While there are icons available, using keyboard shortcuts is more efficient:

• Panning: Hold the 1 key and the left mouse button to shift your view horizontally or vertically.

• Zooming: Hold the 2 key and the left mouse button to move closer to details or zoom out for a full scene view.

• Orbiting: Hold the 3 key and the left mouse button to rotate your perspective around a pivot point.

2. Creating Objects

To bring a new shape into your scene, click and hold the left mouse button on the Primitives tab. Simply select the object you want (like a cube or sphere) and release the button to place it.

3. Modifying Objects

Once an object is created, you can manipulate it using the transform tools:

• Transform Tool: After selecting an object, use the control handles (arrows, circles, and squares) to move, scale, or rotate it.

• Precision: For exact changes, you can enter specific numeric values directly into the Attribute Manager or Coordinate Manager.

• Undo/Redo: Use the standard shortcuts (Ctrl+Z to undo and Ctrl+Y to redo) to manage your changes.

4. Materials and Textures

Materials define how your objects interact with light, including their color, transparency, and reflectivity:

• Creating Materials: Double-click in the material panel to generate a new material.

• Applying Materials: Simply drag and drop the material directly onto an object in the viewport or onto the object’s name in the Attribute Manager.

• Textures: You can use images or patterns to add realism, and advanced users can utilize the node-based system for more complex looks.

This video concludes Part 2, with upcoming tutorials set to cover lighting, animation basics, and final rendering settings.