In AutoCAD, the 3D Orbit command allows you to rotate a 3D model freely for a better view. However, there may be times when you want to turn off the 3D Orbit feature. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps of disabling 3D Orbit in AutoCAD.
Step 1: Accessing the Settings
To begin, open AutoCAD and navigate to the top left corner of the screen where you will find the Application menu button represented by an “A” icon. Click on this button to reveal a drop-down menu.
Step 2: Selecting Options
In the drop-down menu, locate and click on the “Options” button. This will open up the Options dialog box.
Step 3: Navigating to Viewport Settings
Within the Options dialog box, you will find a list of categories on the left-hand side. Scroll down and select “3D Modeling” from this list.
Step 4: Toggling Off 3D Orbit
After selecting “3D Modeling”, look for the subcategory called “Orbit.” Click on it to expand its options.
You will now see a checkbox labeled “Enable ‘One-Button’ In-Canvas Viewport Controls”. Uncheck this box by clicking on it.
- Note: Disabling this option will also turn off other in-canvas viewport controls such as Pan and Zoom. If you wish to retain these features while disabling only 3D Orbit, skip Step 4 and proceed to Step 5.
Step 5: Saving Changes
Once you have made the necessary changes, click on the “Apply” button at the bottom right corner of the Options dialog box. This will save your settings.
Finally, click on the “OK” button to close the Options dialog box and return to your AutoCAD workspace.
That’s it! You have successfully turned off 3D Orbit in AutoCAD. Now, when you navigate to a 3D model, it will no longer rotate freely using this command.
Remember: If you ever wish to enable 3D Orbit again in the future, simply follow these steps and check the “Enable ‘One-Button’ In-Canvas Viewport Controls” checkbox.
We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through disabling 3D Orbit in AutoCAD. Enjoy working with your customized settings!