WCTC 0.2.1: Workspace and Navigation
In this section, we will cover the following:
- Overview of WorkLink Create and its basic controls.
- Emphasis on the importance of hands-on learning by following along in the tool.
Other functionalities discussed are:
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Creating a New Project:
- Logging into create.scopear.com and creating a new project named "demo 15."
- Explanation of making the workspace full screen using function key (F11).
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Workspace Layout Customization:
- Demonstrating the default workspace layout and how to customize it.
- Moving, stretching, and tabbing different windows within the workspace.
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Window Management:
- Closing and reopening windows.
- Resetting the layout to default if needed.
- Instructions on bringing back closed windows from the drop-down menu.
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Navigation Basics:
- Enabling viewers to see the presenter's mouse input for better understanding.
- Introduction to scene view and step hierarchy.
- Creation of a cube as an example object for navigation demonstration.
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Critical Navigation Skills:
- Highlighting the importance of regularly orbiting around objects using Alt key and left mouse button.
- Stressing the need to continuously look around in 3D space for accurate object positioning.
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Zooming and Other Movements:
- Explaining zooming techniques using the scroll wheel or Alt key and right-click.
- Demonstrating panning using the center mouse button.
- Overview of other movement types, including rotation and orbiting.
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Object Focus and Navigation Tools:
- Explaining how to focus on an object by double-clicking, using the F key, or the focus button.
- Introduction to the view cube for selecting different perspectives.
- Home button to return to a default view.
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Switching Perspectives:
- Overview of switching between perspective and orthographic modes.
- Encouraging users to explore additional information by hovering over elements in the interface.