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User Guide
Understanding 3D views
You can view your 3D layers from several angles, using orthogonal views or custom views
that employ perspective. The orthogonal views (Front, Back, Left, Top, Right, and
Bottom) show a layer’s position in the composition but do not show perspective.
3D Views
The three custom views place you at a certain height and angle within the composition,
depending on the view you choose. You can save up to three views for quick access using
keyboard shortcuts. Adjust your angle and height within custom views with the camera
tools. For information on adjusting the custom view, see “Using the camera tools” on
page 297.
To set a 3D view:
Do one of the following:
• Click the 3D view menu at the bottom right of the Composition window and choose
a view.
• Choose View > Switch 3D View and select a view from the menu.
• Choose View > Switch to Last 3D View to switch to the previous view.
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